The delicate silver needles of the White Tea Bai Hao Yin Zhen Silver Needle are a treasure for white tea lovers. Covered in fine white hairs, the buds are rich in amino acids that impart freshness to the palate and a unique sensory experience. The slight astringency, characteristic of a very young pre-Qingming harvest, dissolves in moments, revealing a sweet smoothness and creamy aftertaste. The silvery hues of the buds transform, in infusion, into the warm tones of a light gold liqueur, inviting and sought-after.
As the infusions continue, an increasingly intense floral note unfolds in the cup, enveloping the senses with delicate nuances of rose, thyme and lime honey. Each sip delivers a perfect balance between sweetness and freshness, making Bai Hao Yin Zhen Silver Needle a white tea of rare refinement.
Location of origin
Fujian, China
Preparation
We strongly recommend infusing this tea in the traditional Chinese method (Gong Fu Cha) with a gaiwan with a capacity of about 150 ml. Following this preparation, multiple infusions can be made with 5 grams of leaves that are useful to best capture all the flavor nuances of the tea.
Heat the water to a temperature of 85°C and proceed to an initial infusion of 40 seconds. Keeping the water at the same temperature, you can then continue to exploit the same leaves by adding more water and increasing the infusion time by 10 seconds each time (40 - 50 - 60...).
This tea has a longevity of 6-8 infusions.
For a more classic preparation in the Western style, we recommend 3 grams of leaves (about 2 teaspoons) in a 200 ml cup with water at 85°C for an infusion time of 3 minutes.
For a better tasting experience, we suggest that you strain the infusion as soon as the infusion time is over. Our suggested infusion times, however, can also be slightly modified to your liking to achieve a more or less intense taste.
We recommend storing in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
