Zum Imperial Silver Needle White Tea

Zum Zum Imperial Silver Needle is a premium white tea built on pure bud selection—the most labor-intensive and flavor-concentrated part of the tea plant. Each cup delivers the refined sweetness and natural vigor that only first-flush spring buds can offer.

Why You'll Love This White Tea

• 100% buds, zero leaves — thousands of hand-picked tips create just one kilo, making this exceptionally rare and potent
• Delicate yet lively flavor — fruity, naturally sweet notes with a thick, silky mouthfeel that ages beautifully
• Light processing preserves purity — gentle wilting and low-temperature pan-firing lock in the buds' inherent elegance without heavy oxidation
• Da Bai Hao varietal from Yunnan — a natural tea hybrid unique to Jinggu, China, selected for its superior bud production and resilience

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Zum Zum's Imperial Silver Needle different from other white teas?
This blend uses only the youngest tea buds, harvested in early spring. Most white teas blend buds with leaves; Silver Needle contains pure buds alone, concentrating flavor and creating a more refined cup.

How should I brew this white tea?
Steep at 160–170°F (70–75°C) for 3–5 minutes. Lower temperatures highlight the delicate sweetness; shorter steeps preserve the tea's natural brightness. Re-steep the buds 2–3 times for best results.

Will this silver needle tea age well?
Yes. White teas naturally age gracefully. This blend's light processing and high bud concentration mean it will develop deeper, more complex notes over 1–2 years while staying thick and full-bodied.

Specifications:

• Type: White Tea (Bud-Only Grade)
• Origin: Jinggu, Yunnan, China
• Harvest: First Flush Spring (Early March)
• Varietal: Da Bai Hao
• Processing: Lightly wilted, low-temperature pan-fired, naturally dried
• Ingredients: Premium white tea leaves (buds only)
• Flavor Profile: Fruity, naturally sweet, subtle floral notes
• Mouthfeel: Thick, silky, viscous