{"product_id":"2026-early-spring-1st-picking-king-peony-white-tea-mu-dang-wang","title":"2026 Early Spring 1st Picking King Peony White Tea (Mu Dang Wang)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eExperience the majestic balance of our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eKing Peony White Tea (Mu Dan Wang)\u003c\/b\u003e. While Silver Needle consists only of buds, King Peony—the highest \"King\" grade of White Peony (Bai Mu Dan)—features a beautiful composition of one silver-haired bud and two young, tender leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKing Peony is favored by tea connoisseurs for its perfect harmony of delicate buds and complex young leaves. The \"Wang\" (King) designation ensures this tea is harvested during the earliest days of spring, yielding a high concentration of nutrient-dense silver buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProcessed with obsessive care by the 13th generation of the Lin family, these leaves never touch the ground during withering or drying. Because of this extreme purity, there is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"202\"\u003eno need to rinse\u003c\/b\u003e the tea. The \"white hair\" (trichomes) on the buds contains the tea's essential oils and health benefits; by skipping the rinse and drinking the very first steep, you enjoy the most flavorful and nutritious part of the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe \"No-Rinse\" Rule:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike many other teas, you should \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"56\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003enever rinse\u003c\/b\u003e these buds. The \"white hair\" covering the leaves consists of delicate trichomes that contain the tea’s essential nutrients, flavor components, and creamy texture. Rinsing would wash away these beneficial properties. Simply pour, steep, and enjoy the very first infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT DOES THIS TEA TASTE LIKE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eKing Peony offers a vibrant, multi-dimensional profile that is more structured than a bud-only tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e A rounded, velvety mouthfeel with a refreshing, clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep floral notes of honeysuckle and wild peony are balanced by a natural sweetness reminiscent of melon and stone fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e A fragrant, \"mountain air\" scent that lingers pleasantly after every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE DOES THIS TEA COME FROM?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea originates from \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"25\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eZhenghe\u003c\/b\u003e, located in the Fujian Province of China. Zhenghe is a legendary tea region, revered as one of the original birthplaces of white tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThe terroir here is defined by high elevations and a consistent misty climate, which slows the growth of the tea plants and allows them to concentrate sugars and nutrients. This specific lot comes from the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"206\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eLin family\u003c\/b\u003e, who have maintained their tea-growing heritage for thirteen generations, ensuring a level of craftsmanship and purity that is rare in the modern market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO BREW THIS WHITE TEA:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left; background-color: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left; background-color: #f7f7f7; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003e175\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°F-185°F (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e80°C–95°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTea Amount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse approximately \u003cb\u003e3-5 grams\u003c\/b\u003e of tea (roughly 2 heaped tablespoons) for every \u003cb\u003e8-12 fl oz\u003c\/b\u003e (240-355ml) of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSteeping Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1st Infusions:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-5 mins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubsequent Infusions:\u003c\/b\u003e Gradually increase the time by 1-2 minutes for each additional pour. You can usually re-steep the same leaves 2 to 3 times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE WHITE TEAS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe difference between these three prestige teas lies in the \"pluck\"—the specific ratio of buds to leaves harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"117\"\u003eWhite Hair Silver Needle\u003c\/b\u003e is the most delicate and rare, consisting exclusively of unopened buds for an ethereal, silky, and honey-sweet experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"265\"\u003eKing Peony (Mu Dan Wang)\u003c\/b\u003e acts as a \"reserve\" grade, blending one silver bud with two tiny, early-spring leaves to create a perfect balance of creamy texture and elegant floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"448\"\u003eWhite Peony (Bai Mu Dan)\u003c\/b\u003e uses a traditional bud-and-leaf composition to deliver a more robust, full-bodied, and vibrant floral profile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"teasatia","offers":[{"title":"Loose Leaf 100g","offer_id":51381958902055,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose Leaf 50g","offer_id":51381958934823,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/0612\/1511\/files\/Peony_King_Mu_Dang_Wang.jpg?v=1781998753","url":"https:\/\/www.teasatia.com\/products\/2026-early-spring-1st-picking-king-peony-white-tea-mu-dang-wang","provider":"teasatia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}