Gunpowder Green Tea
Gunpowder Green Tea is a Chinese tea made from tightly rolled leaves. It has a rich, tart flavor with a smoky tinge, a yellow-green infusion, and is rich in antioxidants. It is ideal for a strong tea drink.
Gunpowder (珠茶), or Gunpowder, is one of the most famous Chinese green teas, easily recognizable by its appearance: each leaf is rolled into a tight little ball, similar to a pellet of gunpowder. When brewed, these balls open up, giving a rich, distinctive flavor.
The taste of Gunpowder is bright, with a slight smoky or smoked tinge, tart, grassy, with a sweetish aftertaste. The aroma is strong, greenish-smoky, sometimes nutty. The infusion is yellow-green, rich, strong.
What is special about Gunpowder?
- Has a unique ball shape that protects the tea from losing its aroma
- Stays fresh longer than other green teas due to tight rolling
- Gives a rich, strong infusion, ideal for those who love a bright taste
- Often used to make traditional Moroccan mint tea
How to brew Gunpowder green tea:
European method:
- Take 3–4 g per 250 ml of water.
- Water temperature is 80–85°C.
- Let it steep for 2–3 minutes until the bubbles open.
- You can brew it 2–3 times, gradually increasing the steeping time.
For Moroccan tea:
- Brew Gunpowder in the usual way.
- Add fresh mint, sugar to taste and add hot water.
- You will get a refreshing mint drink, popular in North Africa.
History of Gunpowder Tea:
Gunpowder tea has a long history, dating back to the Tang Dynasty. Its shape made it easy to transport and store without losing its aroma. The tea quickly spread along trade routes from Morocco to England, where its flavor was highly valued for its strength and expressiveness.
Characteristics:
- Type: Green tea
- Origin: China (mainly Zhejiang Province)
- Raw materials: Young leaves rolled into balls
- Taste: Tart, smoky, grassy, sweet aftertaste
- Aroma: Strong, greenish-smoky
- Infusion color: Yellow-green, rich
- Caffeine: Medium/High
- Form: Granules (powder balls)
- Brand: My Tea
Who is suitable for:
- For those who love rich, strong green tea
- For fans of historical and traditional varieties
- For those who love to make Moroccan mint tea
- For morning teas and energy boosts
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