Bai Mu Dan - White Peony Tea - 「白牡丹」
Bai Mu Dan - White Peony Tea - 「白牡丹」
White Peony is one of the most famous Fujian white teas, made from one bud and one or two tender leaves. Compared with Silver Needle, it has a slightly stronger body, more complex aroma, and a golden liquor. Naturally withered and dried, it balances floral and fruity richness with natural sweetness and depth.
The Tea Story
Why the name White Peony?
Its infused leaves resemble blooming peony petals: the bud forms the flower’s centre, surrounded by young leaves like unfolding petals.
What makes it special?
Using both buds and leaves creates more body and complexity than Silver Needle while preserving white tea’s smooth, gentle character.
Taste: golden liquor; smooth, fresh and mellow; dried hay, melon and light floral notes; lingering clean sweetness.
Recommended Gongfu Brewing Method
Recommended teaware: Porcelain gaiwan.
Water: 80 °C
Ratio: 1 g per 30 ml (5 g for a 150 ml gaiwan)
First infusion: about 50 seconds
Later infusions: add 10 seconds each round
Brews 5–6 times, gradually revealing floral sweetness and mellow depth.
Essential Info
Chinese name: 白牡丹
Region: Fuding, Fujian Province, China
Harvest: 2024
One bud with one or two young leaves; golden cup, floral fragrance, gentle sweetness and a fuller, fruitier profile than Silver Needle.
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