Downy hairy buds along with tender leaves of the tea plant (Camelia Sinensis), hand-picked, withered and dried carefully avoiding any oxidation. Silver needles white tea is only long downy buds whereas these silver tips are tiny to long downy buds along with tender leaves in irregular size and shapes. The taste and aroma are very similar to silver needles white tea.
We carry tea only grown in higher elevation, so it is branded as Himalayan Grown. Our teas are from beneath Himalayas of Nepal. Processed traditionally, manually and in the pollution-free mountainous region. Free of chemicals, pesticides, child labor. No use of animal during the harvesting, processing or transportation of the product.
Properties found
Antioxidants, Polyphenols, Catechins, Tannins, Thealflavins, Thearubigins, Panthenol
Himalayan Silver Tips
Tea Quantity
- 3 grams (0.11 oz) for single serving (8 fl oz cup or Gaiwan)
- 5 grams (0.18 oz) for pot serving (16 fl oz pot)
Water Temperature
- 170F - 190F (75C-85C)
Steeping Time
- 2 minutes
Tips
- Increase steeping time for multiple infusions.
- Brew 5 grams (0.18 oz) on 4 fl oz water for 3 minutes to serve iced.