Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle
Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle is an organic white tea from Yunnan with a pale cup and a gentle fruity aroma. Our earlier tasting notes describe a smooth, slightly rich texture and a distinct sweetness.
Use the lower white-tea temperature in the guide below to keep its delicate character. Taste the first cup plain and try a second infusion before increasing the leaf amount for a stronger brew.
Contains Caffeine
Ingredients: Organic White Tea
How to brew
- Tea: 2 g of dry tea per 8 fl oz (240 ml) of water
- Water temperature: 180°F (82°C)
- Steep time: 3–5 minutes, then strain or remove the tea bag.
- Cups per ounce: Approximately 14 cups per ounce (28.35 g), using 2 g per 8-fl-oz cup. This estimate counts the first infusion only.
Start with this guide and adjust to taste. A larger mug or stronger brew uses more tea and makes fewer cups per ounce.
Recipe to try
Cucumber & Lemon Frozen Tea Frappe with Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2 g Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups peeled cucumber, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Sugar
- 1 cup ice
Method
- Heat 1 cup water to 180°F. Steep the Imperial Yunnan Silver Needle for 3–5 minutes, then strain or remove the tea bag.
- Stir the sugar into the tea, then refrigerate until cold.
- Blend the cold tea, fruit, lemon zest and ice until thick and smooth. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.
Ingredient research and safety
For independent background on ingredients or tea types, see NIH fact sheets on Tea (Camellia sinensis). Research on individual ingredients, supplements or extracts does not establish an effect for this prepared product.
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