Jasmine Silver Needle

Using the finest Silver Needle white tea which is then scented by repeatedly layering the fresh young tea buds with fresh Jasmine blossoms overnight and then painstakingly removing the Jasmine once the aroma has been absorbed. Exquisite!

White teas are the least processed of all teas, and are named after the tiny white or silver hairs on the tea bud as it develops at the tip of the shoot. Once plucked, the buds and leaves are simply laid on to large blankets in the sun to wither and dry naturally.

The drying process for white tea can last between one and three days before they are briefly piled and baked dry for packing. Throughout this process, the leaves are consistently handled with care to prevent breakage of the cellular structure as this can cause unnecessary oxidation of the tea, compromising its quality.

Unlike Bai Mu Dan (White Peony) this tea is plucked earlier in the season, although both are produced from the same plant varietal, the Da Bai.

Ingredients: Chinese Jasmine Silver Needle White Tea

Preparation: Steep 1tsp per cup for 2-3 minutes in 80°C water.