Marchs Tea of the Month Origin: Fujian Province, China Leaf Type: White Tea Taste: Sweet & mellow Drink: Without milk Brew: Lightly, 2-3 minutes according to taste with water off the boil When to drink: Throughout the day The champagne of our white tea collection, this highly sought-after style of tea is picked before the very first rains of spring in Chinas Fujian Province. Crafted purely from the barely opened buds of the tea leaf, the silvery tips create an elegant, needle-like appearance. Legends tell of the virgins who were sent out to harvest the tea under the full moon doubtful, perhaps, but it does give a sense of the extraordinary delicacy of the taste. Youll find our Silver Needle tea distinctly light & mellow, with a hint of the sweetness of a ripe cantaloupe melon. Perfect for use in our Cold Brew T Bottle