Indulge in a true rarity: Top-grade, aged Silver Needle white tea, crafted from the very first flush of spring in the renowned Diantou region of Fuding County, a historic area known for producing the finest white teas. This exquisite tea was handpicked and sun-dried before being masterfully processed, preserving its unique qualities and transforming it into a truly remarkable vintage.

This eight-year-old treasure embodies the essence of fine aging. With time, it has developed a depth of flavor and character that is rarely found in Silver Needle teas. When brewed, the buds unfurl into a soft light brown with a subtle gray undertone, while the liquor takes on a warm amber hue, reminiscent of honey and aged white wine.

True tea connoisseurs will appreciate the abundant Hao Xiang, or fragrance of the fuzz, as the liquor carries the signature hairy particles from the buds during the early steeps. This rare phenomenon adds to the tea’s complexity, offering an intoxicating aroma that is both floral and fruity. The flavor profile is smooth, mellow, and full-bodied, with a sweet, rounded taste that evokes notes of hay, pear, papaya, vanilla. Each sip is deeply satisfying, leaving a lingering sweetness that’s both delicate and profound.

For the true white tea aficionado, this aged Silver Needle is an exceptional delicacy that should not be missed.

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Additional Info

Origin:                 Diantou, the core producing area of Fuding county, Fujian province
Harvest time:       First batch harvest, March, 2016
Elevation:            700 meters 

Tasting Notes

Floral and fruity, creamy, buttery, full bodied, with notes of fresh citrus, pear, papaya, vanilla and a hint of sweet dates, sweet aftertaste with huigan.