Gunpowder Green Tea
Gunpowder Green Tea is one of the most iconic and popular Chinese green teas, recognizable by its leaves rolled into small, compact spheres. It offers a bold infusion with vegetal and slightly spicy notes, ideal for those seeking a vibrant and structured green tea.
- Type : Chinese green tea.
- format : rolled leaves.
- Origin : China.
- aroma : vegetal, slightly spicy.
- Taste : intense, with a balanced bitter note.
- Processing : withered leaves, steamed and rolled before drying to block oxidation.
Gunpowder Green Tea gets its name from the characteristic shape of its leaves, tightly rolled to resemble small grains of gunpowder.
This processing is not just aesthetic: the compact rolling protects the essential oils of the leaf, allowing the tea to retain its aroma and freshness longer.
It is an unoxidized green tea, processed according to a traditional method that involves immediately stopping oxidation after heat treatment. When steeped, it gradually releases its character, offering a bright yellow-green cup with a decided yet clean profile.
- aroma: fresh and vegetal, with slight spicy undertones.
- taste: decisive and persistent, with a pleasant bitter note.
- leaf appearance: small, compact spheres, dark green and silver in color.
- processing: tightly rolled leaves to preserve aroma and structure.
Western method:
- dosage: 3 grams per 250 ml of water.
- water temperature: 80°C.
- infusion time: 2-3 minutes.
Gunpowder Green Tea is appreciated for its natural antioxidant content and its stimulating effect due to the presence of caffeine.
Its strong profile makes it suitable for those seeking an energizing drink, capable of accompanying the day with character. Traditionally, it is also used as a base for preparations with fresh mint, as is common in North Africa.
Gunpowder Green Tea
