{"product_id":"2026-early-spring-yin-si-loose-leaf-a-grade-green-tea","title":"2026 Early Spring \"Yin Si\" (Silver Thread) Loose Leaf A Grade Green Tea, DianLv, Yunnan Province.","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eHarvested in early spring 2026 from the prestigious Puerh tea regions of Yunnan, this \"Yin Si\" (Silver Thread) is a good example of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003eDian Lv\u003c\/b\u003e (Yunnan Green Tea). Unlike the delicate small-leaf cultivars of Eastern China, this tea is crafted from the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"268\"\u003eLarge-Leaf species (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"288\"\u003eDaye Zhong\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e. It offers a more robust body and a deeper complexity, combining the freshness of a green tea with the structural power of Yunnan’s ancient tea lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\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\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Tightly twisted, slender \"threads\" heavily adorned with silvery-white pekoe (down). The leaves are a vibrant, oily emerald green.\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\"\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e A bold, refreshing bouquet featuring high-mountain \"tender\" notes, toasted chestnut, and a distinct nutty soybean fragrance.\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\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor is a brilliant yellowish-green. It is remarkably thick and \"slick\" on the tongue, offering a crisp, umami-rich sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Fast-acting \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003ehuigan\u003c\/i\u003e (returning sweetness) and strong \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003eshengjin\u003c\/i\u003e (salivation). It possesses the unique \"wildness\" of Yunnan terroir, maintaining its flavor profile far longer than standard green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-Qingming 2026 (One bud, one leaf).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Seal in an airtight, opaque container. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eRefrigeration (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e–\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e°C) is highly recommended\u003c\/b\u003e to lock in the volatile aromatic oils and prevent the silver down from oxidizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/b\u003e 18 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrewing Recommendations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eBecause this is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eLarge-Leaf species\u003c\/b\u003e, it is much more resilient and \"durable\" than other green teas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Mineral or soft filtered water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e80–85°C (176–185°F)\u003c\/b\u003e. While robust, boiling water can still cause the tender buds to become overly astringent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMethod (Gongfu or Tall Glass):\u003c\/b\u003e Use 4g of tea per 150ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0,0\"\u003eFill 1\/3 with water, add leaves, and swirl to \"awaken\" the buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,1,0\"\u003eFill the remainder and watch the \"Silver Threads\" unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSteeping:\u003c\/b\u003e This tea is exceptionally durable. It can be enjoyed for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e6–8 infusions\u003c\/b\u003e, with the sweetness evolving and deepening in each subsequent steep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"King Tea Mall","offers":[{"title":"Sample 7g","offer_id":47497228550374,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":47497228583142,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":47497228615910,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47497228648678,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":47497228681446,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300g","offer_id":47497228714214,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400g","offer_id":47497228746982,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47497228779750,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000g","offer_id":47497228812518,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/7883\/7863\/files\/IMG_0604.jpg?v=1775976171","url":"https:\/\/kingteamall.com\/en-md\/products\/2026-early-spring-yin-si-loose-leaf-a-grade-green-tea","provider":"King Tea Mall","version":"1.0","type":"link"}