{"product_id":"waterloo-tea-high-grade-peony","title":"Waterloo Tea - High Grade Peony (Bai Mu Dan)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe proportion of buds to leaves in this Bai Mu Dan is as high as we have seen. Traditionally in the West, Silver Needle is regarded as the pinnacle of white tea, but in China, well-crafted Bai Mu Dans set the standard for quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this rare and carefully processed style to a UK audience, bringing a taste of a tea historically reserved for connoisseurs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_H3FzPm\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_H3FzPm\" class=\"section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_H3FzPm color-scheme-1 gradient heading-text-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eOur high-grade Bai Mu Dan represents one of the finest white peony teas available outside China. This exceptional harvest contains a high proportion of silver needle-like buds alongside the leaves, highlighting the skill and care that has made Bai Mu Dan a benchmark for quality in its homeland.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike the more widely known Silver Needle, this high grade peony balances the delicacy of young buds with the structure of accompanying leaves. The result is a style of white tea prized for its refinement and complexity. By offering this rare harvest in the UK, we aim to introduce drinkers to a tea that embodies tradition, meticulous craftsmanship, and exclusivity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis high-grade Bai Mu Dan is a tea to be appreciated at leisure. Its carefully curated composition and limited availability make it a standout choice for those seeking a tea with pedigree, heritage, and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_NPJjEi\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_NPJjEi\" class=\"section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_NPJjEi color-scheme-5 gradient heading-text-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the Fuding region in Fujian province, China, this Bai Mu Dan comes from an area long celebrated as the spiritual home of white tea. Fuding’s mountainous terrain, fertile soil, and humid climate create ideal conditions for tea cultivation. The region has been producing white tea for centuries, with a deep-rooted history of cultivating specific cultivars prized for their young buds and leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuding Bai Mu Dan is recognised for its distinctive balance of buds and leaves. This combination allows the tea to develop complexity and character while remaining elegant and refined. By sourcing from this renowned region, we are able to share a tea that carries centuries of tradition and expertise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_rykpjm\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_XVinJK\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_XVinJK\" class=\"section-template--28267904106870__heading_text_XVinJK color-scheme-2 gradient heading-text-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2\"\u003eProcessing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eThis Bai Mu Dan is produced using the traditional processing methods of Fuding white tea. Silver needle buds and their accompanying leaves are hand-plucked to preserve integrity and quality. The leaves undergo a gentle withering and controlled oxidation process that enhances the natural qualities of the buds while retaining the subtle structural characteristics of the leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result is a tea with clarity and depth, showcasing the meticulous care applied from plucking to final packaging. Each step in the process ensures that the unique balance of this high-grade Bai Mu Dan is maintained, offering a tea of exceptional pedigree and rare quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--28267904106870__image_text_no_button_iRwCNE\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"section-template--28267904106870__image_text_no_button_iRwCNE\" class=\"section-template--28267904106870__image_text_no_button_iRwCNE color-scheme-1 gradient image-with-text image-text-no-button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-with-text__grid grid grid--gap-lg image-with-text__grid--reverse\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-with-text__content image-with-text__content--small\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2\"\u003eBrewing the Perfect Cup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e85ºC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.7g per 100ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-4minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Loose Leaf - 35g","offer_id":58813013655887,"sku":"HGP(WT)-LL-100","price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/6953\/3775\/files\/HighGradePeony1_25558da4-46a8-45ff-a71f-523ea4ede2cd.webp?v=1789739870","url":"https:\/\/ithaka.coffee\/products\/waterloo-tea-high-grade-peony","provider":"Ithaka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}