On this week’s mini episode, we’re delving into the challenging yet welcoming base of white tea, and how to blend it, with our Director of Tea Development Billy DietzFor a complete transcript of this episode visit davidstea.comTo learn more about white tea click hereTo shop our white tea selection click hereAbout the Guest : Billy DietzBilly’s journey into the tea world began at the early age of 15, when he started his formal education at the Specialty Tea Institute. By 17, he became the youngest Certified Tea Specialist in North America (yes, you read that right!). He went on to study at FONA International, where he completed Flavor 101 and Beverage 101 – two comprehensive courses on the science of flavor, and more specifically, beverage flavor. In August 2013, he obtained his Barista certification from the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe at the Better Barista Academy in Singapore. And by 2014, he became a certified instructor for the Specialty Tea Institute. But if there’s one thing you need to know about Billy, it’s that he has quite the adventurous spirit. His passion for flavour has taken him to many parts of North America, Europe, Asia and Africa where he studied how food and drink are integral to each of their cultures. In 2015, Billy joined the DAVIDsTEA family as a Tea Products Developer. Today, he’s the Director of Research and Development. What exactly does that entail? Well, Billy works closely with our Tea Department to research, develop and create innovative tea blends, like the ones you all love SO much!