Organic Gunpowder Green Tea Grade 1
Organic Grade 1 Gunpowder Green Tea is a premium selection of Chinese green tea, characterized by finely rolled leaves and a clean, intense, and balanced infusion. More consistent and refined than traditional Gunpowder, it offers a bold yet harmonious profile, ideal for those seeking structure and flavor precision.
- Type : Chinese green tea.
- format : rolled leaves.
- Origin : China.
- aroma : vegetal, with light spiciness.
- Taste : full and tasty, slightly bitter but clean.
- Processing : Selected top-grade leaves, heat-treated to block oxidation and tightly rolled using the Gunpowder method.
Organic Gunpowder Grade 1 Green Tea is a higher quality tea than common Gunpowder, recognizable by the greater uniformity of the leaves and the cleanliness of the infusion.
The Grade 1 classification indicates a more accurate selection of the raw material, with better rolled leaves and fewer fragments.
Cultivated according to certified organic farming criteria, this tea is processed to preserve freshness and aromatic stability. The compact rolling protects the essential oils of the leaf, allowing for a consistent yield in the cup and good shelf life.
- aroma: typical of Chinese green tea, fresh and vegetal.
- taste: decisive yet balanced, with a controlled bitter note.
- leaf appearance: compact and regular spheres, grey-green in colour.
- processing: selection of superior grade leaves and tight rolling.
Western method:
- Dosage: 3 grams per 250 ml of water.
- Water temperature: 70-80Β°C.
- Infusion time: 2-3 minutes.
Gunpowder Green Tea Grade 1 Organic is appreciated for its natural antioxidant content and the stimulating effect provided by the presence of caffeine.
Compared to lower grades, it offers a cleaner and less astringent infusion, making it suitable for daily consumption for those who prefer green teas with a decided yet well-controlled character.
Organic Gunpowder Green Tea Grade 1