Silver Needle or “Bai Hao Yin Zhen” is considered to be the finest amongst white tea varietals. Its silvery down-covered leaf buds come from the Da Bai tea tree – indigenous to Fuding County, Fujian. Between late March and early April, the first tender leaf buds of this tea tree are hand-gathered, then placed in a humidity and temperature controlled room to rest. This step, known as “fading”, very gently oxidizes the buds. Once faded, the white… Read more
Silver Needle or “Bai Hao Yin Zhen” is considered to be the finest amongst white tea varietals. Its silvery down-covered leaf buds come from the Da Bai tea tree – indigenous to Fuding County, Fujian. Between late March and early April, the first tender leaf buds of this tea tree are hand-gathered, then placed in a humidity and temperature controlled room to rest. This step, known as “fading”, very gently oxidizes the buds. Once faded, the white tea is gently baked.
The result is an antioxidant-rich crystalline infusion that is smooth and light with a subtle bouquet of honey, apricots and flowers. Because only buds are used, the pale infusion has a distinctively round and creamy mouth feel that tastes sweeter and richer than the color of its leaves would suggest.
Water Temperature: 185°, or when small bubbles begin to form and steam is more visible.
Brewing Instructions: Use 1.5 tablespoons (double for a medium sized pot). Rinse tea for 1 second. Discard rinse water. Steep for 1-2 minutes. May be infused multiple times.
