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Green Tea Gunpowder - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Green Tea Gunpowder - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Green Tea Gunpowder - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Green Tea Gunpowder - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™

Green Tea Gunpowder

$9.95

Let’s look into one of the famous teas in China, the Gunpowder Green Tea which is famous for its bold, smoky taste and for the tea leaves that have a very tight and round shape.

This tea is strong in flavor due to the additional treatment and ‘smokiness’ that these tealeaves receive, hence it is among the strongest flavored green tea.

Gunpowder tea can be consumed on its own, or flavored with herbs and spices to boost its strength, it’s an excellent tea for those who like rich, invigorating teas.

As Tea Life Australia, we are happy to deliver classic Gunpowder Green Tea of the highest quality and that can only be offered from the best tea gardens around the world that uses traditional methods to cultivate and process this specific tea.

Gunpowder tea’s unique rolled leaves and rich bold taste makes it an ideal tea for people looking to expand their knowledge about traditional Chinese teas.

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Brewing

Once you start making Gunpowder Green Tea, you will quickly realize how easy and quick the preparation is while still infusing its rich smoky flavours.

Water temperature: Boil water and maintain the temperature to 80-85 degrees Celsius or 176-185 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid the bitterness of green teas.

Steeping time: Use 1 teaspoon of gunpowder green tea pellets in a teapot or infuser substitute and let the tea sit for 2-3 minutes. As the rolled leaves which are packed are left for a while, they will slowly be seen unfurling with the great flavour. Alter the steeping time in accordance with your taste preferences.

Enhancements: Gunpowder green tea can also be relished alone as it packs a strong and bold flavour. Alternatively, it can be invigorated by combining it with some mint leaves, honey, or simply a dash of lemon to enhance the taste.

Iced tea option: Prepare the tea in a regular manner and after cooling the tea, serve it with ice cubes to get the cold brew effect. To enhance the taste, fresh mint or lemon slices can be added.

Enjoy: Allowing the gunpowder green tea to soak before striking it in your mouth allows a person to experience the richness of smoky flavour, alternatively the gunpowder tea can be enjoyed to cool off as well.

Ingredients

100% Gunpowder Green Tea
Camellia sinensis

Health Benefits

Beyond its delightful promise and enhanced taste, Gunpowder Green Tea has lots of proven medicinal value, so it is believed this tea is the best for making one’s health both replenishing and invigorating.

Rich in Antioxidants: Gunpowder green tea has lots of catechins which are known to help on protecting the body from free radicals and help one’s health in general.

Boosts Metabolism: Green tea does contain certain compounds which are believed to increase the metabolism in general and is suitable for people who want to maintain their weight.

Supports Heart Health: The regular consumption of green tea may help maintain as well as improve one’s heart health by helping to lower cholesterol levels and maintain adequate blood circulation.

Enhances Mental Clarity: The caffeine contents of gunpowder green tea are mild and this makes it ideal for giving one’s brain an energy boost and enhancing focus without the shaky feeling one would get from taking in coffee.

Promotes Detoxification: The supplements, antioxidants, and catechins that are present in green tea are believed to aid with the detoxification functions of a human body, thus treating the body overall.

Cautionary Notes

Gunpowder Green Tea is suitable for nearly everyone; however, because it is derived from green tea leaves, it does contain caffeine.

Those who are sensitive to caffeine should limit their consumption. Pregnant or lactating women, as well as individuals taking prescription medication, should consult their physician before making green tea a staple in their diet.

Weight
Weight: 50g - Small
In stock, ready to ship

Pickup available at North St Marys Warehouse

Usually ready in 1 hour

Taste Profile

Aroma: Sour & smoky with light green undertones.

Taste: It is sharp and fresh, with toasty flavours from the tightly rolled leaves, balanced by light vegetal sweetness and mild astringency.

Mouthfeel: Full-bodied, lightly textured, clean, refreshing finish.

Finish: Smoky and crisp with a faintly sweet finish.

Liquor colour: Bright golden-green.

Lovely with: Lemon, mint, or with light savory dishes such as rice or seafood.

Common Questions

What is Gunpowder Green Tea?
Gunpowder green tea - young leaves rolled into tight pellets resembling gunpowder grains - is a traditional Chinese green tea. The rolling keeps the tea fresh and flavorful, and gives off a slightly smoky aroma when brewed.

Is it caffeinated?
And yes, it contains some caffeine - moderately compared to black tea or coffee - for a steady energy boost without overstimulation.

Does it contain added flavours or sugar?
No, pure Gunpowder Green Tea contains only rolled Camellia sinensis leaves - no flavorings, sugar, or preservatives.

Can it be reheated?
Yes, you can reheat it once if it is pre-brewed, but not boil it as this will make it more bitter. Leftover tea: Refrigerate any leftover tea immediately and consume within 24 hours.

How should it be stored, and how long should it keep?
It should be kept in an airtight container away from light, heat and moisture. The rolling shape keeps the quality longer than most loose-leaf teas - best within 24 months for the best aroma and taste.

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How much is shipping?

Couriers Please Shipping is $5.95 for orders under $60 and free for all orders over $60.

Australia Post is always at cost. Orders going to Po Box or Parcel Locker address may be locked in to Australia Post.

What are your transit times?

We dispatch within 24-48 hours (sometimes much faster) and from there we'll see 1-3 days transit to most metro locations within Australia excluding WA and NT which can take a week or so.

We also offer express post which will help speed up the process, at cost with no handling fees. These are always sent as priority and packed first.

Are there any discounts available?

We're quite generous with our loyalty programs, and the best way to take advantage of them is to create an account here. Also if you subscribe to our newsletter you'll gain access to members only discounts, rewards and an initial 10% off first order.

Are your teas certified organic?

Up until recently we were certified organic but due to rising administration costs and the difficulty of maintaining certification we've put this on hold for now. Our suppliers and farms remain the same without any change but just now label things are organic, pesticide free or wildcrafted.

This also allows us to maintain our current pricing without any increases which we feel is more important at this time.

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