Moonlight Silver Needles (Bai Hao Yin Zhen) — Exclusive White Puer, 2021

Presenting a true gem of our collection — Bai Hao Yin Zhen (Silver Needles), crafted using the unique Yue Guang Bai (Moonlight) technology. This is a rare fusion where the highest grade of raw material (selected silver buds) meets the magic of nocturnal wilting. Unlike classic white teas, this lot possesses a deeper character, pronounced honey sweetness, and incredible aging potential.

Taste and Aroma

Thanks to the "Moonlight" technology, this tea is devoid of grassy sharpness, offering instead a velvety smoothness:

• Aroma: Thick and sweet. Notes of linden honey, wild flowers, and a subtle hint of white grapes.
• Flavor Profile: Enveloping and buttery. The taste resembles nectar with hints of ripe melon, caramel, and the freshness of a spring forest.
• Aftertaste: Long, sweet, with a pleasant "coolness" on the tongue, characteristic of high-altitude buds.

Tea Features

The main secret of this tea lies in the synergy between the raw material and the processing method.

Origin: Lincang, Yunnan
Harvest & Pressing Year: May 2021
Raw Material: Bai Hao Yin Zhen (pure spring buds)
Technology: Yue Guang Bai (natural drying in the shade)

What makes it unique? Usually, "Moonlight" tea consists of a bud and a leaf, but here we have only silver buds. Because the tea dried slowly without direct sunlight, it retained more sugars and essential oils. Since 2021, it has become even softer, acquiring noble cognac-honey notes.

Brewing Guide

1. Teaware: Glass gaiwan or porcelain is best to admire the beauty of the silver needles.
2. Water Temperature: 85-90°C. This material is more resilient than standard white tea, so don't fear higher temperatures — they help unlock the honey essence of the buds.
3. Effect: Grants a state of deep peace, clarity, and inner silence. Perfect for evening tea sessions or meditation.