Bai Hao Yin Zhen: taste and beginner brewing guide

A little context

Silver Needle emphasizes leaf buds; this does not guarantee less caffeine.

You are curious about hay, flowers, soft fruit and want a lighter cup. Taste varies by maker and batch.

You want a dark, strongly roasted cup.

Start with a shorter steep. Keep the leaves out of the finished drink.

Ask about storage and processing as well as the date. Young and aged examples can both be enjoyable; compare a small sample.