Description
Some 910 years ago, what is now Zhenghe County got its current name (政和 “Rule Peaceful”) thanks to the bud tea they sent to the Song Imperial Court in the year 1115 of Emperor Huizong. Whether or not that tribute bud tea is what we now know as ‘Silver Needles” is a matter of debate, but the white tea of this region today is underrated. Directly inland from Fuding, and at a higher elevation than Fuding, the tea of this region matures later in the season. When processed correctly, tea from this region can offer creamy and fruity flavours that go beyond what is normally prized in Fuding white tea.



Matt Cloonan (store manager) –
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