2022 Yunnan Moonlight White Tea Cake – 100g Compressed White Tea with Floral Honey Sweetness 月光白

2022 Yunnan Moonlight White Tea Cake – 100g 月光白

月光白 / Moonlight White is a Yunnan white tea pressed into a compact 100g cake. The source identifies this batch as 2022 Yunnan white tea, made in the distinctive Moonlight White style with naturally withered large-leaf material and a clean floral-honey profile. The small cake format is easy to brew, store, display and gift.

Tea Profile

• Tea type: Yunnan white tea / 云南白茶
• Name: Moonlight White / 月光白
• Year: 2022
• Net weight: 100g per cake
• Traditional packing: 10 cakes per tong, 200 cakes per case
• Storage: Keep dry, ventilated and free from foreign odors

Flavor & Aroma

The character is light, clean and gently sweet rather than heavy. Expect a soft floral fragrance, honey-like sweetness and a smooth, refreshing liquor. The pressed cake shows the contrast typical of Moonlight White material: pale silver buds and lighter leaves mixed through deeper brown mature leaf.

Early infusions are delicate and aromatic; as the cake opens, the cup becomes fuller and sweeter while remaining soft and easy to drink.

How to Brew Moonlight White Tea

Gongfu Style

1. Use 5–6g tea for a 100–150ml gaiwan or small teapot.
2. Use water around 85–90°C for a bright, floral cup.
3. A quick rinse is optional; for a compact piece, a brief rinse can help the leaves open.
4. Start at 15–20 seconds for the first infusion.
5. Increase later steeps gradually by 10–15 seconds.
6. Decant fully after each infusion.

Large Pot Method

Use around 4–5g per 300ml water at 85–90°C. Steep for 2–3 minutes, pour out completely, then re-steep according to taste.

Food Pairing & Best Time to Drink

Moonlight White pairs well with fresh fruit, butter cookies, sponge cake, almond biscuits, mild cheese, steamed pastries and light afternoon-tea desserts. Its gentle fragrance makes it especially pleasant in the late morning or afternoon when you want something softer than black tea or ripe Pu-erh.

How to Display It at Home

The cream-white wrapper and natural bamboo tong styling suit calm tea-room interiors beautifully. Display one wrapped cake on a light wood, bamboo or pale stone stand beside a porcelain gaiwan, glass fairness pitcher and two white tasting cups. It works particularly well with Japandi, minimalist, Scandinavian and contemporary new-Chinese interiors because the visual palette is natural and restrained.

For a decorative tea shelf, combine the cake with linen, oak, travertine, pale ceramic and a small branch arrangement. Keep the display away from direct sun, steam, perfume, incense and damp walls.

Gift Ideas

The 100g size makes Moonlight White an easy Chinese tea gift for people who enjoy floral tea, white tea or elegant minimalist presentation. It suits birthdays, housewarmings, host gifts, office gifting, Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn gatherings and tea-tasting sets. The smaller cake size is also approachable for someone trying compressed Chinese tea for the first time.

Storage

Store in a dry, clean, ventilated and odor-free place. Protect from direct sunlight and excessive humidity. Keep separate from spices, perfume, incense, tobacco and cleaning products.

FAQ

Is Moonlight White a Pu-erh tea?

No. This product is Yunnan white tea pressed into a tea-cake format.

What year is this tea?

The product information identifies this batch as 2022.

How much does one cake weigh?

Each cake weighs 100g.

What does Moonlight White taste like?

It is gentle and refreshing, with floral aroma, honey-like sweetness and a smooth, soft finish.

What water temperature should I use?

Start around 85–90°C. Hotter water will give a stronger body, while slightly cooler water emphasizes fragrance and sweetness.

Do I need to rinse white tea?

It is optional. For a tightly compressed piece, a very quick rinse can help the leaves open faster.

Can I brew it in a glass teapot?

Yes. A glass pot is particularly attractive because you can watch the large leaves and pale buds unfurl.

Is it suitable for gifting?

Yes. The 100g cake is compact, elegant and easy to present to both experienced tea drinkers and beginners.

Can I display the tea cake?

Yes. Display the wrapped cake on a dry shelf or stand away from sunlight, humidity and strong odors.

What foods pair well with it?

Light pastries, fruit, almond biscuits, sponge cake and mild cheeses work especially well with its delicate floral-honey profile.