Rooteas silver needle white tea
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid
Rooteas silver needle white tea leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid and leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid
Rooteas silver needle white tea leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid and leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid
Rooteas silver needle white tea leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid and leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid
Rooteas silver needle white tea leaves
Rooteas silver needle white tea liquid and leaves

Silver Needle

$22.00
Weights: 25g
Rooteas silver needle white tea
Silver Needle
$22.00
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Fuding silver needle white tea leaves

Silver Needle 白毫银针

Silver Needle was invented in 1796. It is mainly produced in Fuding, Zherong, Zhenghe, Songxi and Jianyang, Fujian Province. Silver Needle is one of the Ten Famous Teas of China. It is also called the Beauty of Teas or the King of Teas. Raw tea leaves look like straight needles, about 3cm long. They are covered with fine white fuzz (bai hao), which look like a pile of snow.

 

The Name

The name “Silver Needle” is derived from the fact that it is made from tea buds only. When the buds are processed, they look like needles. Fine white fuzz covers them, looking silver and snow-like.

 

Picking Standard

Silver Needle is hand-picked in spring when a new shoot has one bud and one leaf. The main leaf and the tiny baby leaf (fish leaf) are separated from the bud by hand. The separated buds are spread evenly on bamboo trays (shui shai), so that no bud is overlapping.

Then they are lightly sun-dried or air-dried under a shaded and breezy place until 80-90% dry. Finally, they are slowly dried in baskets over extremely low temperature (30-40°C) until fully dry. Sometimes, they are dried under strong sunshine until fully dry instead. This kind of Silver Needle is called Mao Zhen (rough-dried needles).

After Mao Zhen is dried, the plumpest, longest buds are selected by sieving. The stems (called Silver Needle feet) are picked by hand. Leaves, broken pieces or poor-quality buds are sifted out as well. The best buds are dried again over low temperature and packed when still warm.

 

Two Types of Silver Needle

There are two types of Silver Needle according to the place of origin and the tea plant variety.

 

Northern Route Silver Needle 北路银针

Produced in Fuding City

Fuding Da Bai Cha Cultivar

Silver Needle from Fuding has a beautiful appearance. The buds are sturdy and plump with thick, dense white fuzz and shiny look. The brewed tea is very clear with a light apricot-yellow color. The tea has a light, fresh aroma and a mellow, smooth taste.

 

Southern Route Silver Needle 南路银针

Produced in Zhenghe, Songxi, Jianyang

Zhenghe Da Bai Cha Cultivar

Silver Needle from Zhenghe has a sturdy and long appearance. The white fuzz is thinner and less shiny than the northern one. This version emits a more powerful aroma while delivering richer and heartier flavors.

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tea in the Wuyi Mountains. Now, we want to share their craft with more people, so this tradition doesn't fade away with time.

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Every leaf comes from our own and our
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  • Name: Silver Needle - 白毫银针
  • Type: Fuding White Tea
  • Origin: Panxi, Fuding, Fujian
  • Harvest Time: March, 2024
  • Producer: Lin Family
  • Tasting note: Sweetgrass, Almond milk, Rice pudding, a faint floral hint, Creamy, Fruity notes, Mellow & soft, Long-lasting sweet aftertaste

Silver Needle tea gets its name because the finished tea looks like needles and is silvery white. It's often called the "King of Tea". Picking Silver
Needle is very careful work. Only plump single buds are chosen. If a bud with one or two young leaves is picked, only the bud heart is used. The tea soup is clear and bright, like amber, shining through. The flavor is fresh, clean, and sweet. You'll notice light grassy and floral notes, along with creamy and nutty hints (like peanuts). What’s more, the tea buds are rich in nutrients like healthy compounds. This gives the tea a rich, full feel and a long-lasting, pleasant aftertaste.

25g (five 5g servings) - 10 to 15 infusions each

50g (ten 5g servings) - 10 to 15 infusions each

120ml water 90℃/194℉, 30-35 seconds, for 1 infusion

Frequently Asked Questions

All our teas are cultivated in the renowned tea-growing regions of Fujian and Taiwan, such as Wuyi Mountain (origin of rock tea), Tongmuguan (origin of black tea), Fuding (origin of white tea), Anxi (origin of Tie Guan Yin oolong), Alishan, Dayu Mountain, etc.

These locations are far from urban areas and densely populated zones, preserving a pristine natural environment with untouched soil and water. This allows the tea to absorb the pure essence of nature, offering the finest taste.

If you’re a beginner, we definitely recommend our Go-to Tea Sampler Box. It includes 8 different types of high-quality teas, allowing you to discover your favorite tea in the most affordable way.

Absolutely not! Gongfu tea is just one brewing style, you can easily use a teapot or a cup. Plus, each tea’s product page has specific brewing instruction.

For finest taste, tea should be stored in a place that is cool and dry.

Rock tea is best enjoyed within a 3-year period.

Black tea is best enjoyed within a 2-year period.

Green tea and Oolong tea are best enjoyed within a 2-year period.

White tea is an exception. Its internal compounds evolve over time, enhancing its fragrance and creating a deeper, mellower taste. Therefore, it does not have a specific optimal drinking period.

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