Gunpowder

Gunpowder is also called pearl tea and its rolled beads resemble gunpowder pellets.   It is mass produced mostly in Zhejiang province of China.  There are different grades of Gunpowder.  The higher-grade Gunpowder contains tinier and shinier pellets.   Although it is not a gourmet tea, Gunpowder is economical and popular.

The slight smokiness of Gunpowder compliments mint leaves.  Prepare a pot of Gunpowder tea, add fresh mint leaves, blend in sugar, and voilà! Moroccan tea. 


Gunpowder

Type:  Green     Producing Country:  China   Preparation:  85°C 3 Minutes

Dry Leaf:  These tightly rolled pellets smell like green hay.        
Wet Leaf:  The unfurled leaves are smoky.   
Liquor:      This green tea is amber-colored.   It is lightly astringent, smoky and refreshing.  

Tee Score:  3 out of 5