Organic Silver Needle White Tea
Silver Needle White Tea is among the most revered Chinese tea, traditionally produced in the mountains of China's Fujian province. Our organic and Fair Trade Certified Silver Needle White Tea is produced in the mountainous region of the nearby Zhejiang Province. It consists of only the most delicate downy buds from the newest growth. The preparation of this organic white tea is governed by strict requirements to ensure a truly premium product. This dedication to perfection is evident in the cup. The pale yellow infusion has a rich, nectar-like body. It yields a light, honeysuckle aroma with a delicate sweetness and smooth, clean finish. This tea is absolutely devoid of astringency.
Ingredients: organic Chinese white tea
Origin: Yiwu Yueran Organic Tea Professional Cooperative, Zhejiang Province, China
Located in one of the most important provinces of China for tea production and tea culture, the Yiwu Yueran Organic Tea Cooperative consists of approximately 32 rural smallholder member farms. Yiwu (not to be confused with the mountain of the same name in Yunnan) is located in central Zhejiang and known for its beautiful plum blossoms drawing large crowds every February. Zhejiang province boasts an ideal climate for tea production. Its distinct seasons offer a more temperate and less volatile summer than its southern neighbor, Fujian, and greater annual precipitation than the tea growing regions to the northwest. As a result, Zhejiang is renowned for producing some of the highest quality tea in China. It is also the traditional home to several of the most iconic Chinese green tea production styles including long jing (or lung ching), gunpowder, and anji bai cha.
Steeping Instructions
At Arbor Teas, we believe tea should be brewed to suit your personal taste. We’re happy to make recommendations to get you started, but don’t hesitate to experiment! When brewing your tea, your main considerations are tea quantity, water temperature, and steeping time. We recommend green and white teas to be steeped for 2 to 3 minutes in water heated to not-quite-boiling, just as bubbles begin to form on the bottom of the pan (approximately 170 to 180 degrees F). For the best flavor, use fresh water whenever possible. Try not to steep your tea longer than necessary, as you’ll extract undesirable bitterness from the leaves. If you want a stronger brew, don’t steep longer, just use more tea. And don’t forget to re-steep your tea leaves to get the most out of your leaf!
Looking for more info? Check out our How-To Guides and Eco-Brewing Tips!
Staff Perspectives
Chelsea
"This is what I like to make for friends who claim they don't like tea. I almost always win them over, this is by far one of the best teas I think we carry!"
Jeremy
"This is my favorite white tea, and among my favorites in general."
Aubrey
"A truly exquisite white tea! The thick, nectar-like quality of the brew is outstanding."
Health Benefits
Like all true tea, white tea offers many potential health benefits. Research has found that tea (Camellia sinensis) can have many positive effects on human health, including improved cardiovascular function, cancer risk reduction, improved immune function, improved oral health, and help with weight management. Tea is also full of polyphenols, which are a class of antioxidant that help your body maintain homeostasis and balance your stress levels. Researchers have also found that when applied topically, white tea may help prevent wrinkles and protect from sun damage. It’s also been demonstrated that white tea extract can inhibit the production of fat.
For more information about the health benefits of white and other types of tea, and for direct sources of the above information, check out our Tea Health Benefits page!
Please note: the information above is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
