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— Products Description

Silver Needles is considered one of the finest white teas available, made exclusively from tender unopened tea buds harvested during the first flush season. Tea Shop BD sources this specialty tea from the northern tea-growing region of Bangladesh, where cool temperatures, misty mornings, and Himalayan-influenced growing conditions help produce exceptional tea leaves. Minimal processing allows the tea's natural qualities to shine, creating a pale golden liquor with delicate floral notes, honey-like sweetness, and a remarkably clean finish. Unlike stronger tea varieties, Silver Needles focuses on subtle complexity and elegance. Every cup reveals layers of freshness, softness, and natural sweetness that make it a favorite among specialty tea enthusiasts. This is a tea best enjoyed slowly, allowing its delicate aromas and flavors to fully develop.

Specifications — Silver Needles - Gift Tube (30g Tube)

Net weight
30g
SKU
TS-SNT-GT-30G
Package
30g, 50g, 80g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg
Price
৳410
Origin
Tetulia, Panchagarh — single grower
Flush
First Flush
Harvest
Early March
Grade
Silver Needle (bud-only)
Processing
Plucked (bud only) → Sun-withered (48h) → Lightly fired
Caffeine
Low
Storage
Reseal after opening. Keep cool, dry, away from light and odours.
Best before
18 months from harvest

— Flavor profile

A cup that tastes of —

  • Floral
  • Sweet
  • Honey

— Brewing guide

Use 0.3g tea per 200ml water at 80°C and steep for 3–4 minutes for a smooth delicate cup.

— Taste profile

A character, traced
in six lines.

Each scale is calibrated against a panel of senchas in the same harvest year. Read it as a sketch, not a verdict — your kettle has the final word.

Strength
4/5
Umami
5/5
Sweetness
5/5
Bitterness
4/5
Astringency
3/5
Fragrance
4/5

— How to brew

A quiet ritual.

Tea leaves

0.3g per 200ml

Water

200 ml

Temperature

75°C

Steep time

3 minutes

— Quick Answer

Silver Needles Tea is a premium white tea made exclusively from young unopened tea buds. Minimally processed to preserve its natural qualities, it offers floral aromas, honey-like sweetness, and a remarkably smooth finish. It is considered one of the most refined and sought-after white tea styles among specialty tea enthusiasts.

— Common questions

About Silver Needles.

What is Silver Needles tea?

Silver Needles is one of the highest grades of white tea, made exclusively from young unopened tea buds covered with fine silvery hairs. Unlike many other teas that include mature leaves, Silver Needles focuses entirely on the most delicate part of the tea plant. This careful selection creates a tea known for its smooth texture, floral aroma, and naturally sweet flavor. It is highly regarded by tea enthusiasts who appreciate subtle complexity and premium craftsmanship.

Why is Silver Needles considered a luxury tea?

Silver Needles requires extremely selective harvesting because only young tea buds are picked during a short seasonal window. The harvesting process is labor-intensive and yields are naturally limited. Combined with minimal processing and exceptional quality standards, this makes Silver Needles one of the most sought-after white teas in the world. Tea lovers often choose it for its purity, elegance, and refined drinking experience.

What does Silver Needles Tea taste like?

Silver Needles produces a light and delicate cup with floral aromas, natural honey-like sweetness, soft melon notes, and a smooth finish. The flavor is gentle yet surprisingly complex. Rather than delivering bold intensity, the tea offers a clean and elegant profile that reveals subtle layers of flavor with every sip.

Is Silver Needles suitable for everyday drinking?

Yes. Its low caffeine content and smooth character make it suitable for daily enjoyment. Many tea drinkers prefer it during quiet mornings, reading sessions, work breaks, or moments of relaxation when they want a refined tea experience without the heaviness of stronger teas.

What makes Northern Bangladesh suitable for producing Silver Needles Tea?

The tea gardens of Tetulia and Panchagarh benefit from cool temperatures, fertile soil, seasonal mist, and proximity to the Himalayan foothills. These growing conditions encourage slower leaf development and help produce tea buds with exceptional aroma, sweetness, and complexity. As a result, the region is increasingly recognized for producing high-quality specialty teas capable of competing with renowned tea-growing regions around the world.

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Verified customer review summary

Verified customers mention floral & sweet notes, strong liquor, milk-friendly, smooth, low astringency.

4.7170 verified reviewsVerified purchase feedback

— Reviews

4.8

Based on 4 reviews

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Nadia K.

Verified purchase· 2 weeks ago

A new daily cup

Silver Needles - Gift Tube (30g Tube)

Working through the 80g bag and the second steep is somehow better than the first. Floral, clean, no astringency. The packaging dates were honest — three weeks from harvest.

RS

Rafiq S.

Verified purchase· 1 month ago

Worth every taka

Silver Needles - Gift Tube (30g Tube)

Tastes alive in a way I haven’t had outside of Tokyo. The brewing card on the tin is genuinely useful — first time I’ve gotten consistent results at home.

MA

Mehzabin A.

Verified purchase· 2 months ago

Lovely, but I prefer it cooler

Silver Needles - Gift Tube (30g Tube)

Beautiful aroma. I had to drop the temperature ten degrees from the suggested setting — it gets bitter past 75°C in my kettle. Otherwise excellent.

TH

Tanvir H.

Verified purchase· 3 months ago

The tin is gorgeous

Silver Needles - Gift Tube (30g Tube)

Bought as a gift, kept it. The 150g tin keeps the leaf properly sealed and looks at home on the counter.

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Saidur Rahman — Founder & CEO of Tea Shop BD
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