Gunpowder is so called as the dry tea leaves are rolled into tight balls (zhu cha), so consequently resemble gunpowder. One of the most popularly consumed Chinese green teas, it has a wonderfully strong, yet not overpowering aroma and a gentle astringent taste with rice-like undertones. Gunpowder is great consumed by itself, or as part of a blend. We use it in our Chai Nanna.
Gunpowder Green is so called as the dry tea leaves are rolled into tight balls, so consequently resemble gunpowder. According to legend the name derives from the time a British merchant ship was tricked into purchasing this tea instead of gunpowder. With a fresh rounded taste evoking paddy fields, Gunpowder tea is a very good remedy for stomach complaints.
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