Peony White Needle

Description Grade Brewing Caffeine Peony White Needle is a premium grade, loose leaf white tea from China. This rare and exotic white tea is from the Chongqing Province.  The needle shaped leaves are covered with delicate hairs that provide the tea connoisseur with a delicate lingering fragrance and fresh sweet mellow taste.  The rules for picking Peony White tea are strictly enforced. Only leaves picked between March 15 and April 10 are used. Harvesting does not commence unless the leaves are dry and void of any morning dew. No leaves are accepted if partially open or damaged in any way.  It is no wonder Peony White Needle ranks so high as a source for powerful antioxidants. With polyphenol levels of 12.5% by dry weight, this is truly a gourmet white tea for the connoisseur and health conscious individuals alike. Origin:  Fujian Province China Grade:  Bashan Silver Tip Peony Altitude: 1500 - 4900 feet above sea level Manufacture Type: Non fermented, Traditional proc