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Gunpowder Tea

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$7.19 $11.99 In stock

Category: Formosa

Produced in the Zhejiang Province of China, this green tea is prepared by rolling the leaves into small pellets, at which point they are withered, steamed, rolled and dried. The resulting tea is beautifully golden in colour, and packed full of flavours and wonderful aromas that can be enjoyed all through the day.

Also known as Chinese Temple Tea, Gunpowder tea reveals a slightly smoky flavour and a lovely, yellow-green colour. Picked during spring and early summer, the dried, withered leaves, which resemble gunpowder in appearance, slowly unfurl when they are brewed, releasing their flavour and wonderful aroma.

Want to learn more about wonderful Formosa  teas? Read our article - Formosa Teas - Bountiful Flavours from a Beautiful Island.

Ingredients

Formosa Tea, China Green Tea

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 4 reviews)

Daniel A. ★★★★★

The tiny rolled pellets unfurl beautifully in hot water, releasing a toasty, smooth flavor that’s more refined than I expected. I’ve been drinking it every afternoon this week, and the leaves hold up well for two steepings without getting bitter.

Timothy ★★★★★

The little pellets are so tightly rolled that they stay fresh for months in my cupboard. Steeping them brings out a clean, slightly smoky flavor that's perfect for afternoon breaks.

Chloe M. ★★★★★

The little rolled pellets uncurl beautifully in the hot water, releasing a deep, toasty aroma that fills the whole kitchen. I’ve been brewing it in my gaiwan all week and the steam from the withered leaves is just so calming. It’s become my afternoon ritual.