Gunpowder is a classic green tea from Zhejiang province, China. As the name implies, Gunpowder tea is made up of leaves hand-rolled into tiny pellets. These resemble gunpowder, and give this tea its distinct name. Full-bodied cup with a hint of smokiness and a smooth mouthfeel. Blend Gunpowder tea with spearmint to create the famous 'Moroccan Mint' tea.
Green Tea | Moderate caffeine | Steep at 180° for 2-3 mins
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“ Gunpowder tea, known for its distinctive tiny green pellets that eagerly unfurl into long, inviting leaves when steeped, garners appreciation for both its visual allure and its rich flavor profile. This robust green tea displays a mellow, yet energizing, harmony of tastes ranging from a soft buttery mouthfeel with grassy undercurrents to a subtle, pleasant smokiness adding intrigue. Its versatility shines through in reviews, from being enjoyed on its own, praised for its smooth, clean taste, to being a cherished component in blends, particularly in the creation of a refreshing Moroccan Mint. Ideal for multiple steeps, gunpowder tea is celebrated for its ability to pair well with food, remain delightful both hot and cold, and maintain a flavor that evolves pleasantly across infusions. It’s described as a must-have staple for green tea enthusiasts, offering a superb balance of qualities that emphasize its unique character and excellent value. ”
“ Gunpowder green tea is one of my staple green teas to have around. Good for an energy boost or after a big dinner. Smooth or sharp depending on how you brew. Always worth an extra steeping or two. ”
“ I thought I didn’t like gunpowder tea, but I think it was the lapsang souchong that blenders or company’s often put with it. I taste no smokiness personally. It is very smooth, with no bitter notes. Full mouthfeel for sure though! ”
Our teabags contain the same high-quality tea as our loose-tea offerings. Their pyramid shape gives the leaves plenty of room to unfurl and infuse, placing more flavor in each cup. Enjoy the superior flavor of gourmet tea with the convenience of a disposable bag.
teabags
15 full leaf pyramids
$12
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Simplify your preparation of loose tea with our "portion" packets. Each holds the right amount of leaves for one serving to enjoy at home, work or on the go. Simply rip, pour and steep, with nothing to measure or clean. Includes 12 servings.
portions
Teforia-ready
$9
Lore
Gunpowder is the world's oldest known chemical explosive. Made from sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter, it is one of the Four Great Inventions of China, alongside the compass, paper-making, and printing. Though it's famous for its use in weaponry like guns and cannons - spawning countless movie scenes of exploding barrels or chases to snuff out sparking black lines, it was also used for more constructive purposes like mining and even medicine. Though Gunpowder tea doesn't carry quite the same explosive punch as its namesake, it is famous for its smokiness and shape, both of which lend themselves to its unique name.
Part of green teas of China sampler
Explore a variety of teas with our popular sampler set.
Four teas included are:
dragonwell, gunpowder, sleeping dragon, white monkey
green teas of China
will make 35 cups
$19
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