Silver Needle tea is a rare and highly prized white tea known for its delicate appearance and exquisite flavor. It is made from the unopened buds of the tea plant, which are hand-picked and processed to preserve their silver-white down. This tea has a light, delicate flavor with hints of honey, flowers, and citrus. It also has a subtle sweetness that lingers on the palate.
Silver Needle tea is a good choice for those who enjoy a light and refreshing tea with a delicate flavor. It is also a good choice for special occasions, as it is considered to be a luxurious and sought-after tea.
Origin: China
Fermentation: Light
Roasting: Very Light
Silver Needle tea is a good choice for those who enjoy a light and refreshing tea with a delicate flavor. It is also a good choice for special occasions, as it is considered to be a luxurious and sought-after tea.
Origin: China
Fermentation: Light
Roasting: Very Light
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Recommended Starting Numbers
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1 gram (~1/2 tsp) of tea leaves per 1 oz. of water
185°F/85°C water temperature Gong fu style: After moderately timed wash to open the leaves, steep around 40 seconds and adjust based on taste Tea pot style: Steep for 3 minutes, increasing temperature or time if you want a stronger flavor |
We wanted to make sure that we rounded out our white tea offering and made sure to find a good Silver needle tea. This particular silver needle tea has wonderful “tea hair” on it that help show its wonderful taste. While we personally drink our Honey White tea more, we also break out this tea when we want something just a little fancier.