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China
Asia
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Description
Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle – Thick, Fruity Jinggu White TeaSilver Needle is classified among China's top ten superior teas, and our Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle offers a distinctive take on this celebrated classic. It's grown in Yunnan Province from a tea tree variety that only grows in Jinggu, so its taste is distinctly different from the Fujian teas where most other Silver Needles are grown and produced. A beloved Chinese favorite, it's a fine treasure the Western world is only beginning to appreciate. Picked in the April harvest, this premium young white tea is lightly fermented to create a thick, rich tea soup with a fruity aroma. Its distinct sweetness and smooth texture set it apart from Fujian-grown Silver Needle teas. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItIf you've only tried Fujian Silver Needle, this Yunnan version is a delicious revelation — fuller, fruitier and silkier. Its thick, silky body and fruity aroma make it a memorable cup for white tea lovers.
How to EnjoyBrew it in a gaiwan or glass and enjoy several gentle infusions, noticing how the fruity sweetness unfolds. It's lovely with fresh fruit or light pastries, and makes a wonderful side-by-side tasting with a classic Fujian Silver Needle. Rich, sweet and beautifully smooth, Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle is a Silver Needle with a personality all its own. |
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Our tea bags are made from PLA (polylactic acid), a bioplastic made from plant starch — most often corn, sometimes cassava, beets or sugarcane. Because it’s made from starch, it’s considered much safer for use with food and drink.
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- Petroleum-free and non-toxic
- Compostable and recyclable
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ready, set, steep.
A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.
- 012 tbsp (3 g)Scoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 0280-85°C (175-185°F)240 mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 034–5 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
- 04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.
- 014 tbsp (6 g)Scoop your leavesUse the amount shown for one glass over ice.
- 0285°C (185°F)240 mlBrew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 035 minSteep, then strainRemove the leaves after brewing.
- 04Pour over iceCool things downPour over a glass full of ice.
- 012 tbsp (3 g)per 240 mlScoop your leavesAdd the tea to a jar or pitcher.
- 02Cold waterAdd cold waterPour cold, filtered water over the leaves and close the lid.
- 038–12 hLet it chillLeave it in the fridge, then strain out the leaves.
- 04Serve chilledPour and enjoyKeeps in the fridge for up to two days.
A little steeping tipYunnan silver needle is sweet and full. Re-steep 3 times.
Why cold brewCold water draws out less bitterness, so the tea tastes smooth and naturally sweet.
A fresh way to enjoy itSweeten while the tea is still hot so it dissolves. For a smoother, mellower glass, try cold brew: leaves in cold water in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
Think of these as a starting point. Every tea is a little experiment, so adjust the amount, temperature and time to your taste.
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