China Gunpowder
China Gunpowder
  • Dosage: 1 level tsp
  • Brewing Time: 2-3 min
  • Brew Temperature: 70°C
  • Growing Region: China
  • Province: Province Zhejiang
  • Leaf: Dark green leaf, rolled into balls
  • Cup: Yellowish-brown infusion, spicy, slightly smoky
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China Gunpowder

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Green tea

Description

Most people are familiar with the term gunpowder. This name comes from the spherical appearance of the tightly rolled tea leaves, which look like gunpowder. Also called pearl tea in China, the tea leaves develop a typical, slightly smoky and tart taste in the infusion.

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Packaging Unit: 2 kg

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