{"product_id":"premium-anji-white-tea-organic-spring-selection","title":"Anji White Tea – (Tender Leaf Collection)","description":"\u003csection class=\"ig-product-story\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAnji White Tea Tender Leaf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA spring-harvest whole-leaf Chinese green tea from Zhejiang, selected for a clean, soft and naturally low-bitterness cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji White Tea is not a white tea. It is a delicate Chinese green tea named for the pale colour of its young spring leaves. Tender Leaf is the softest expression of Anji: fresh, quiet, gentle and easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf Longjing is smooth and lightly roasted, Anji Tender Leaf is lighter, greener and more delicate. It is a beautiful first choice for people who want Chinese green tea to feel calm rather than intense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring-harvest Anji White Tea from Zhejiang\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole tender leaves, never tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNaturally low in bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFresh, soft and clean green flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdeal for mornings, reading and focused work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShips from the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to Chinese green tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose Anji Tender Leaf if you want the gentlest place to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy This Anji Tender Leaf Is Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is a soft, spring-harvest Chinese green tea chosen for people who want freshness, clarity and a naturally gentle cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring harvest leaves selected for tenderness and freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eZhejiang origin, where Anji White Tea is grown and understood\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFamily tea background, not anonymous sourcing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole leaves with a clean, delicate flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNaturally low bitterness when brewed gently\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBeginner-friendly brewing guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePacked with care and shipped from the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Anji Tender Leaf?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is for people who want green tea to feel light, soft and quietly refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMany green teas can taste sharp when brewed too hot or steeped too long. Anji Tender Leaf is naturally gentle, with a clean green character and a smoother finish. It is especially good if you have tried green tea before and found it bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is not a weaker version of Longjing. It is a different experience: more delicate, more tender, and closer to the feeling of early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne of the gentlest Chinese green teas for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNaturally low in bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLighter than Longjing, without a roasted note\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGood for mornings, reading and focused work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSuitable for daily drinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA calm choice for people who enjoy subtle flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrom Zhejiang To Everyday Tea In The UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGreen tea has been part of our family life for generations in Zhejiang, where spring harvest marks the beginning of the tea year. Growing up around tea gardens shaped how we understand freshness, patience and the quiet pleasure of a well-brewed cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAfter moving to the UK, we realised many people were curious about Chinese green tea, but had only tasted it as something bitter, generic or difficult to prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing shows one side of Chinese green tea: smooth, roasted and classic. Anji Tender Leaf shows another side: fresh, pale, gentle and quietly elegant. Indulgence Green exists to share both experiences through fresh whole leaves, simple brewing and everyday rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Whole-Leaf Anji Is Worth The Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is priced differently from ordinary green tea because it is made from whole spring leaves selected for softness, freshness and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSupermarket green tea is often designed for convenience, using small broken leaves or tea dust that brew quickly but can turn bitter. Whole-leaf Anji opens slowly in water, creating a softer cup with more natural fragrance and a cleaner finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYou are paying for fresh spring leaves, careful selection, gentle flavour and the ability to brew the same leaves more than once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole leaves instead of broken tea dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring-harvest freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNaturally softer and lower in bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean aroma and delicate texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan be infused more than once\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBetter suited to slow daily tea drinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Anji Tender Leaf Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is light, fresh and quietly sweet. It does not have the roasted chestnut note of Longjing. Instead, it gives a cleaner, greener cup with a soft texture and very gentle finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe flavour is subtle rather than strong. It is best enjoyed slowly, especially when you want something calm and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFresh spring greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSoft young leaf aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean vegetal sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLight body\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmooth, gentle finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNaturally low bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest moment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning tea, reading, focused work, quiet afternoons, gentle daily brewing, and any moment when you want a clean cup without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Anji Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji is a county in Zhejiang known for a very particular style of green tea: pale young leaves, fresh spring character and a naturally gentle taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe name “Anji White Tea” can be confusing in English because the tea is actually processed as green tea. The name comes from the pale appearance of the tender spring leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor ordinary drinkers, what matters most is simple: Anji produces a green tea that feels softer, lighter and less bitter than many people expect green tea to be. That is why we wanted UK customers to experience it alongside Longjing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnji is in Zhejiang, one of China's important green tea regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe tea is made from pale young spring leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIt is processed as green tea, despite the name “White Tea”\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe cup is known for freshness, softness and low bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA natural choice for people new to Chinese green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAnji Tender Or Longjing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBoth teas come from Zhejiang and both are beautiful introductions to Chinese green tea. The right choice depends on the kind of cup you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eChoose Anji Tender Leaf If\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want the gentlest Chinese green tea to begin with\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou prefer light, fresh and delicate flavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou are sensitive to bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a quiet tea for mornings, reading or work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou do not want a roasted flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eChoose Longjing If\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want the most classic Chinese green tea experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou enjoy smooth, lightly roasted notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou like soft chestnut aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a more rounded cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou are buying a safe and recognisable Chinese tea gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose Anji Tender Leaf for softness and freshness. Choose Longjing for smoothness and gentle roasted depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Loose Leaf Instead Of Tea Bags?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is delicate, so leaf quality matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTea bags often contain smaller broken leaves that release flavour quickly and can become bitter. Whole leaves open slowly, giving a cleaner cup and a softer texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLoose leaf also lets you control water temperature, steeping time and strength. This is especially important for Anji, because gentle brewing protects its natural softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole leaves give a cleaner flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSofter texture than most tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLess bitterness when brewed gently\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBetter aroma from fresh spring leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan be brewed more than once\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore control over the final cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWho Is Anji Tender Leaf For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is for people who want green tea to feel gentle, fresh and easy to drink every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou are trying Chinese green tea for the first time\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou usually find green tea bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou prefer delicate, subtle flavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a clean morning tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want something light for reading or work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou enjoy quiet daily rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want whole-leaf tea without a strong roasted taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou are choosing a thoughtful gift for someone who likes calm, natural flavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eNot For You If\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a strong, bold tea with milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou prefer sweetened or flavoured tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want the roasted chestnut profile of Longjing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou prefer very intense green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFirst Time Drinking Anji Tender Leaf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is naturally gentle, but it should still be brewed with care. Cooler water helps protect the soft flavour and keeps the cup clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eBrewing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75-80 C\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea amount:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3g leaves per cup, or around one teaspoon\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the same leaves again for 1-2 minutes. The second cup is often softer and slightly sweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest vessel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A glass cup, small teapot or gaiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsing boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSteeping for too long\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsing too many leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExpecting a strong roasted flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdding milk or sugar before tasting it plain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThrowing the leaves away after one brew\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple beginner method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the leaves in a glass cup. Add 75-80 C water. Wait 2-3 minutes. Sip slowly. Refill when one third of the water remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eA Gentle Gift For Quiet Tea Drinkers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf makes a thoughtful gift because it is calm, fresh and easy to enjoy. It is especially suitable for someone who likes subtle flavours, wellness routines, reading, design, or quiet daily rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIt is less familiar than Longjing, which makes it feel considered, but still approachable enough for someone new to Chinese tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSoft and beginner-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNaturally low in bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFresh spring character from Zhejiang\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eElegant without feeling formal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSuitable for daily drinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePairs beautifully with simple teaware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Indulgence Green?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIndulgence Green is built around a simple idea: authentic Chinese green tea should feel close, calm and easy to enjoy in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOur family connection to Zhejiang tea culture shapes what we choose. We look for fresh whole leaves, clear flavour and teas that do not need exaggeration to feel special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe are here to introduce Chinese green tea to the UK in a way that feels honest, elegant and personal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFamily background in Zhejiang tea culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFocused on fresh whole-leaf Chinese green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt for UK customers discovering Chinese tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear brewing guidance for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuiet, thoughtful tea for daily life and gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAnji White Tea Tender Leaf FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat is Anji White Tea Tender Leaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji White Tea Tender Leaf is a delicate Chinese green tea from Anji, Zhejiang. It is made from tender young spring leaves and is known for its fresh, soft and naturally low-bitterness flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs Anji White Tea actually white tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. Anji White Tea is processed as green tea. The name comes from the pale colour of the young spring leaves, not from the white tea processing category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs Anji Tender Leaf good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Anji Tender Leaf is one of the gentlest Chinese green teas for beginners because it is light, clean and naturally low in bitterness when brewed with cooler water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow does Anji Tender Leaf taste?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf tastes fresh, soft and lightly sweet, with a clean green character and gentle finish. It does not have the roasted chestnut note of Longjing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow is Anji Tender different from Longjing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is lighter, fresher and more delicate. Longjing is smoother, more rounded and lightly roasted. Choose Anji Tender for softness and low bitterness. Choose Longjing for a classic roasted Chinese green tea profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy is Anji Tender naturally low in bitterness?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAnji Tender Leaf is made from young spring leaves that give a softer cup when brewed gently. Using cooler water around 75-80 C helps preserve its clean, low-bitterness character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow should I brew Anji Tender Leaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse 2-3g of leaves per cup with 75-80 C water. Steep for 2-3 minutes for the first infusion, then brew the same leaves again for 1-2 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan I drink Anji Tender Leaf every day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Anji Tender Leaf is well suited to daily drinking because it is light, clean and gentle. Many people enjoy it in the morning, while reading, or during focused work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs Anji Tender Leaf suitable as a gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. It is a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys subtle flavours, calm routines and whole-leaf tea. It is especially good for people who find ordinary green tea too bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy Anji Tender Leaf, you may also like Longjing for a smoother, lightly roasted Chinese green tea, or Anji Stem \u0026amp; Leaf for a fuller everyday Anji brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore More Chinese Green Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Indulgence Green","offers":[{"title":"10g","offer_id":52464060694860,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":57679893463372,"sku":null,"price":23.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":52464060727628,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":52464060760396,"sku":null,"price":86.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/2920\/1228\/files\/AnjiWhiteTea-IndulgenceGreen.png?v=1771803231","url":"https:\/\/indulgencegreen.co.uk\/products\/premium-anji-white-tea-organic-spring-selection","provider":"Indulgence Green","version":"1.0","type":"link"}