Fuding Silver Needle White Tea (Baihao Yinzhen)

🌿 Baihao Yinzhen (Silver Needle) – The Pinnacle of Fuding White Tea

Often called the “champagne of teas”, Baihao Yinzhen, or Silver Needle White Tea, represents the purest and most refined form of Chinese white tea. Sourced from the tender, silvery buds of the Camellia sinensis var. sinensis plant, it is traditionally produced in Fuding and Ningde, nestled in the misty mountains of Fujian Province.

✨ Minimalist Craftsmanship, Maximum Elegance

What sets Fuding Baihao Yinzhen apart is its simplicity and purity. The entire process includes:

• Hand-harvesting at dawn – selecting only plump, unopened buds

• Sun or shade withering – to retain moisture and active nutrients

• Slow air drying – no rolling, frying, or fermentation

The result is a tea of unparalleled delicacy, retaining the leaf’s original shape, aroma, and bioactive compounds.

👃 Flavor & Aroma Profile

• Liquor: Pale golden, crystal clear

• Aroma: Notes of jasmine, wildflower honey, and subtle ocean breeze

• Taste: Smooth, clean, and slightly sweet with hints of ripe pear and spring rain

• Mouthfeel: Silky, refreshing, with a long floral aftertaste

• Visual: Covered in soft, white trichomes (downy fuzz) that shimmer when steeped

💚 Health Benefits of Silver Needle White Tea

Baihao Yinzhen is more than just elegant—it’s deeply nourishing:

• Antioxidant-rich: Contains catechins and polyphenols like EGCG that fight oxidative stress and support heart and immune health

• Gentle stimulation: Low in caffeine—offers calm energy without jitters

• Anti-inflammatory: Promotes skin health, aids digestion, and supports cellular vitality

• Naturally detoxifying: Encourages hydration and radiant skin

☕ Brewing Instructions

For the best flavor, use glass or porcelain teaware to admire the visual clarity and dancing buds.

Western Style

• Tea: 2–3g per 150ml

• Water temperature: 80–85°C (176–185°F)

• Steep time: 2–3 minutes

• Re-steep up to 3–5 times

Gongfu Style

• Tea: 4–5g in 100ml gaiwan

• First steep: 20s → then 30s, 45s, 60s…

🌙 Is It Good for Evening Drinking? Yes.

Thanks to its low caffeine and soothing floral profile, Silver Needle is ideal for evening or nighttime brewing. It helps the body relax, reduces mental fatigue, and promotes restful sleep—making it a perfect wind-down ritual.

📦 Storage Tips

To preserve the freshness and aroma of Baihao Yinzhen:

• Store in a cool, dry place

• Use airtight, opaque containers (tins or vacuum-sealed bags)

• Avoid exposure to sunlight, heat, and moisture

• Do not refrigerate unless vacuum-sealed and unopened

• Best enjoyed within 12–18 months

🎯 Perfect For

• Tea meditation or slow living rituals

• Gifting for wellness and elegance

• Pairing with light pastries, goat cheese, or poached seafood

• A refined introduction to Chinese white tea