Baihao Silver Needle Yin Zhen

About Baihao Silver Needle Yin Zhen

This delicate and premium Silver Needle tea, also known as Bai Hao Yin Zhen, is a true rarity among white teas. It is the first tea to be harvested in the spring, picked by hand with the utmost care. Among white teas, it is the most valuable and costly variety, as only the young shoots (buds) are used. The infusion presents a beautiful floral aroma, a deeply nourishing verdant flavour, and a citrus hint on the palate. The aftertaste is delicate, sweet, and refreshing – a hallmark of its premium quality.

About Silver Needle

Silver Needle tea, also known as Bai Hao Yin Zhen, is one of the most prestigious white teas from China. Often referred to as the ‘King of White Teas’ it is celebrated for its mild yet rich flavour and its delicate floral notes. The use of particularly tender buds and minimal processing creates a tea of unparalleled elegance and subtlety in flavour – a quality found only in this exceptional tea variety. The name Silver Needle comes from the fine, silvery hairs on the buds, giving the tea a refined, shimmering appearance.

Cultivation

The buds for this tea are sourced from a special variety of the Camellia Sinensis tea plant, native to the southeastern region of Fuding in Fujian Province, China. This region is renowned worldwide for its outstanding tea quality, especially for Silver Needle tea. The subtropical climate, with mild winters, hilly terrain, abundant sunshine, and fertile soil, provides the ideal conditions.

Effects

Silver Needle tea is highly valued for its numerous health benefits, particularly in China, where it is traditionally traded at high prices and revered as a potent natural remedy. It accounts for less than 0.1% of China's total tea production, making it an exclusive and precious rarity. This white tea is rich in antioxidants, which help protect the body from free radicals and have anti-inflammatory effects.

How to enjoy

This exclusive tea reveals its full aroma best during the quiet moments of the day, particularly in the early morning. Its delicate, floral flavour pairs beautifully with fine pastries such as almond biscuits or mild cheeses. Enjoy it on its own to fully appreciate its unmatched elegance.