Description

• Item No. G07621-1 Jade Needle Green Tea
• The uniqueness of this non-fermented tea looks totally jade green in color. The tea turns to fresh green in liquor when steeped. The rare tea is comprised entirely of unopened long buds and characterized by its beautiful pine needle-like shape, delicate aroma and mellow taste. Tasting note is also accompanied by woody, fresh cut grass and sweet –capturing the essence of early spring harvest. It gives a light infusion of serene clarity. Interestingly, the tea makes a pair of our Fancy Golden Needles (see below), which is black tea.  This tea comes from Zhejiang, China.
• Jade Needle green tea, a type of Chinese green tea, offers several potential health benefits due to its high antioxidant content and unique properties. Jade Needle Green Tea is rich in antioxidants, including polyphenols and catechins, which can help combat free radicals and protect against cell damage. Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCg) is an antioxidant (more specifically a flavonoid/catechin) naturally occurring in matcha and green tea. It is believed to help protect against free radicals and support overall body health.
• Brewing tip: 2 teaspoons, 185 °F, 3 minutes.
• Net weight:  Option 1: @$40.37 per 8-oz bag; Option 2: @$225.24 per 3-lbs bag.  All are packed in foil bag.
• Shipping: Within 24 hours.