Guangxi Silver Needle, a premium white tea, originates from the misty mountains of Guangxi Province. This region, with its subtropical monsoon climate, abundant rainfall, and fertile soil, creates the perfect environment for tea cultivation. Guangxi Silver Needle is renowned for its delicate appearance, featuring tender buds covered in fine white hairs. The tea offers a light and elegant taste with a sweet and lingering aftertaste. Local tea artisans carefully follow traditional sun-drying and gentle withering techniques to preserve the tea’s fresh aroma and smooth mouthfeel. With its pristine quality and refreshing taste, Guangxi Silver Needle is a highly prized tea among connoisseurs worldwide.
Guangxi Silver Needle has a soft and refreshing taste. The top note carries a delicate floral aroma, followed by a mellow sweetness reminiscent of fresh sugarcane. The aftertaste is smooth and lingering, leaving a gentle, sweet sensation on the palate.
The tea consists of slender, needle-shaped buds, entirely covered in a fine layer of silvery-white fuzz. Once brewed, the buds float elegantly in the water, gradually unfurling to reveal their tender, vibrant structure, reflecting the tea’s exceptional purity and quality.
Glass and porcelain teacups are ideal for savoring Guangxi Silver Needle, as they highlight its pale golden liquor and delicate floating buds. The transparency of a glass cup enhances the visual appreciation of the tea, while porcelain cups help to preserve the tea’s subtle aroma and warmth, providing a refined tasting experience.
Add 5-8 tea leaves per 100-300 milliliters of water (80°C water temperature). Steep for 1-2 minutes. This tea is suitable for multiple infusions, with each steeping offering a new layer of aroma.
In China, it is common to brew tea in a glass cup. Simply place 3-5 tea leaves into the glass cup and pour in 80°C water to enjoy the refreshing aroma and taste. This method also allows you to observe the unfolding of the tea leaves.
For storing Lion’s Peak Longjing, it is best to use a tall, thick-walled porcelain or glass container to protect the tea leaves. In China, people also prefer to brew the tea in tall glass cups for an elegant experience. Another option is using a Gaiwan (盖碗) for brewing, where the leaves can be gently broken and placed in the Gaiwan for infusion.
