Baihao Yinzhen

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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1. What is the scientific name?Camellia sinensis var. 'Da Bai'
2. What is the primary production region?Fujian Province, China
3. What is Baihao Yinzhen and why is it called "White Hair Silver Needle"?Baihao Yinzhen is a special white tea made from the tiniest, fluffiest buds of the Camellia sinensis plant. The buds have silvery white hairs, which gives the tea its name.
4. How are the tiny buds of Baihao Yinzhen picked and processed?Workers hand‑pluck the buds in early spring, then gently wither them in a shaded area and dry them slowly. This stops oxidation before it gets strong, keeping the buds’ delicate flavors.

Trichomes: Tiny, hair-like structures on the surface of plant parts, contributing to the silvery appearance of Baihao Yinzhen buds.
Polyphenols: A group of naturally occurring compounds found in plants, known for their antioxidant properties and contribution to tea's flavor and health benefits.
Varietal: A subdivision of a species, often referring to distinct types of plants cultivated for specific characteristics, such as different tea cultivars.