250gram China Gunpowder Tea - Loose Rolled Leaf - Temple of Heaven Brand

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It’s only these high-quality leaves that can withstand the ‘gunpowder’ process of withering, steaming, rolling and then fire-drying. Should you need a pick-me-up first thing in the morning, you’ve chosen well in Gunpowder Loose Green Tea.

It gets its name from its resemblance to the explosive and many years ago sailors refused to load it for fear it would go bang. Inferior grade leaf teas produce harsh flavours and cloudy liquors and therefore are often blended with flavours to add appeal and value, to what would otherwise be a cheap product. The result is that caffeine has the opposite effect, making you feel more energised and less sleepy. Pingshui gunpowder ( 平水珠茶): The original and most common variety of gunpowder tea with larger pearls, better color, and a more aromatic infusion, which is commonly sold as Temple of Heaven Gunpowder or Pinhead Gunpowder, the former being a common brand of this tea variety.uk accepts no liability for inaccuracies or misstatements about products by manufacturers or other third parties. A golden, green tea liquor is created as the pellet unfurls, infused with mint for a refreshing taste. When the rolled tea leaves are brewed, they begin to crackle which is how it got the name "gunpowder tea". When steeped in hot water, the tightly rolled pellets gently unfurl to produce a deliciously fragrant and dark-colored tea.

Our "Temple of Heaven" gunpowder green tea is also known as "Zucha" or "pearl tea" and consists of an extremely fine quality. The leaves unfurl to produce a golden green liquor with a lightly smoked, buttery and nutty character. Among Gunpowder Green Tea’s antioxidants is Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which has huge potential in everyday life.This enchanting combination creates a tea experience that is both exhilarating and soothing, making it the perfect companion for moments of rejuvenation. It’s strong, it’s coloury, it’s got a wonderful nutty flavour that I really do enjoy, and it takes the milk well. It does look like swamp water if you have the leaves unfurl in the bottom of your mug; don't let this put you off. This is its traditional home, although its production has since spread to other regions and countries.