Pinhead Gunpowder also known as Pingshui green tea is believed to have been named 'gunpowder' after an English clerk thought the tiny rolled green leaf balls looked just like gunpowder. Only plucked during April and May when the quality of leaves is at its highest, the resultant brew is a strong, dark green with a memorable fragrance. A slightly bitter, but not unpleasant flavour it's important to note that gunpowder tea is more dense than other green teas and as such requires less to make.

INGREDIENTS:: Premium Green Tea
ORIGIN:: Zhejiang Province, China. Grown: 1000 - 2000ft above sea level.
CAFFEINE:: Approx 20mg per cup
LEAVES:: Pinhead Gunpowder
AROMA:: Light and slightly fragrant
COLOUR:: Medium green
TASTE:: Surprisingly good body with a slight nutty green tea taste.
WELL BEING:: Energising
MENU GUIDE:: Popular
FLAVOUR:: Vegetal
FLAVOUR:: Nutty
STRENGTH:: Medium Bodied
CAFFEINE CONTENT:: Low
HARMONISATION CODE < 3Kg:: 0902100000
HARMONISATION CODE > 3Kg:: 0902200000

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Posted by Francis on May 12, 2023

Very small rolled leaf so I would suggest using less as a normal spoonful is too much for one serving. Taste nice though once I adjusted the serving.

China Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea: Your FAQ Guide

We've gathered the most frequently asked questions your customers might ask!

What is the origin of China Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea?

China Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea hails from the Zhejiang Province in China. As one of the oldest teas, it dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618–907). Its peculiar name comes from how the tea leaves are rolled into small, round pellets resembling gunpowder.

How is China Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea produced?

After the leaves are plucked, they are withered to reduce the moisture content. The leaves are steamed and rolled into their characteristic small, round pellets. This rolling method helps to maintain the freshness and quality of the tea by protecting the leaves from physical damage and sealing in the aroma.

What are the health benefits of China Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea?

China Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea boasts numerous health benefits. It is rich in antioxidants like Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), which can help to: