Silver Needle Buds, Plus the Next Two Leaves Down the Stem...Bai Mu Dan or White Peony... White Peony is a white tea with unique character quite different from the more well-known Bai Hao Yin Zhen (Silver Needles)... Silver Needle Buds that are not perfectly uniform in size and shape are passed over during the first harvest and later collected, along with the next two leaves down the stem, to result in the regionally-famous Artisan Tea we enjoy and know as "White Peony". The White "Flowery" appearance of the dried leaves gives the tea its name, while the next two leaves down the stem give White Peony a light golden cup, a delicious vegetal flavor, and a very pleasant silky mouth feel. Beyond the drinking pleasure of Bai Mu Dan is the emotional connection to the beauty of the tealeaves and the effort that goes into preserving the appearance of the dry leaf. At Drink Great Tea, we go to great lengths in handling and packaging of the tea to preserve the beauty for your appreciation and enjoyment. White Peony is an excellent White Tea with more initial apparent flavor than many pick up from Silver Needles on their first try. Over time, your appreciation for White Peony's character will deepen, and it may become a new favorite. White Tea?... Sensational!
