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Little Green Pearls, Plenty of Character!
Our Gunpowder Green Loose Leaf Tea 50g is a traditional Chinese green tea with a wonderfully distinctive appearance.
The leaves are tightly rolled into small pellets that gradually unfurl as they brew, producing a refreshing infusion with a full, rounded flavour and gently grassy notes.
Naturally caffeinated, it’s a lovely choice for anyone who enjoys green tea with a little extra depth.
Gunpowder Green is also the green tea used in our Moroccan Mint Loose Leaf Tea, where it pairs beautifully with refreshing spearmint.
50g loose leaf tea • Naturally caffeinated • 100% plastic-free packaging • Made in Cornwall
There’s something rather fascinating about a tea that starts as a collection of tiny green pearls and gradually unfurls into beautiful leaves as it brews.
Our Gunpowder Green Loose Leaf Tea 50g is a traditional Chinese green tea with a distinctive appearance and a wonderfully satisfying flavour.
Each leaf is tightly rolled into a small pellet, giving Gunpowder Green its unusual name. There’s no actual gunpowder involved, thankfully!
As the leaves meet warm water, they begin to open, releasing their flavour and producing a refreshing green tea with a pleasantly robust character.
It’s a lovely choice for anyone who enjoys a proper green tea with a little more depth.
Whether you’re discovering loose leaf green tea for the first time or have been enjoying it for years, Gunpowder Green is well worth making room for in the tea cupboard.
The name might sound a little dramatic, but there’s a perfectly simple explanation.
Gunpowder Green Tea gets its name from the way the leaves are rolled into small, rounded pellets, traditionally thought to resemble grains of gunpowder.
This style of Chinese green tea has been enjoyed for generations.
Rolling the leaves helps protect them during handling and storage, while creating the distinctive appearance that makes Gunpowder Green so recognisable.
Once placed in warm water, the tightly rolled leaves slowly begin to unfurl.
It’s one of the pleasures of brewing loose leaf tea, particularly if you use a glass teapot where you can watch the leaves open.
A little tea-making entertainment, courtesy of the leaves themselves!
Gunpowder Green has a more pronounced character than some of the lighter green teas.
Its flavour is typically fresh and gently grassy, with a rounded, slightly earthy depth and a pleasant lingering finish.
Depending on how strongly you brew it, you may also notice a subtle toasted quality.
The infusion develops a yellow-green colour, with an inviting aroma that makes it particularly enjoyable for anyone who appreciates traditional Chinese green tea.
It’s refreshing without needing added flavours, and interesting enough to enjoy entirely on its own.
If you’re used to lighter green teas, Gunpowder Green offers something a little different.
And if you already enjoy a strong green tea, its fuller character may be just what you’re looking for.
One of the loveliest things about loose leaf Gunpowder Green Tea is the brewing itself.
Unlike finely cut tea, the tightly rolled leaves have room to gradually open in the water.
As they unfurl, they release their flavour and aroma, transforming those little green pellets into recognisable tea leaves.
It’s a wonderful reminder that a good cup of tea begins with something surprisingly simple.
Tea leaves, water and a few minutes to spare.
You don’t need any elaborate equipment, either.
A teapot with a strainer, a roomy infuser or a suitable tea filter will do the job nicely.
Just give the leaves enough space to open.
After all, they’ve been rolled up quite tightly and deserve a little room to stretch!
Green tea generally prefers slightly cooler water than traditional black tea.
Using freshly boiled water straight from the kettle can bring out too much bitterness, particularly if the leaves are left to steep for too long.
For a lovely cup of Gunpowder Green, we recommend:
For a lighter, more delicate cup, try a shorter infusion.
If you enjoy a fuller flavour, experiment with a little more tea rather than leaving the leaves brewing for too long.
Gunpowder Green is generally best enjoyed without milk, allowing its fresh green tea character to come through.
And if you fancy a little sweetness, a touch of honey can be rather lovely.
These are only guidelines, of course.
It’s your cuppa, so you decide!
There’s no need to save Gunpowder Green for a particular time of year.
Its fresh character makes it a lovely choice for a morning tea break, a leisurely afternoon or whenever you fancy something different from your usual brew.
Enjoy it freshly made and warm, allowing the gentle aroma to develop as you drink.
Or try it chilled for a refreshing green tea on a sunny afternoon.
To make iced Gunpowder Green Tea, prepare a slightly stronger infusion using water at around 80°C, strain the leaves and allow the tea to cool.
Pour over ice and add a slice of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint if you fancy a little extra flavour.
It’s a simple way to enjoy the same tea in a completely different style.
Gunpowder Green is made from the leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis, so it naturally contains caffeine.
Like other traditional green teas, it makes a refreshing alternative to black tea while offering its own distinctive flavour.
The amount of caffeine in a cup can vary depending on how much tea you use and how long you brew it.
If you’re looking for a naturally caffeine-free alternative, our Peppermint Loose Leaf Tea is a lovely choice, with a fresh, cooling character.
For Gunpowder Green itself, there’s plenty to enjoy in its natural simplicity.
No added mint, fruit or spices.
Just traditional Chinese green tea, ready to brew exactly how you like it.
Here’s something you might find interesting.
Gunpowder Green is also one of the ingredients in our much-loved Moroccan Mint Tea.
Inspired by the mint tea traditionally enjoyed across North Africa, our blend combines Chinese Gunpowder Green with fragrant spearmint.
The green tea provides depth and character, while the spearmint brings a wonderfully refreshing aroma and gentle sweetness.
If you enjoy Gunpowder Green but fancy something a little different, discover our Moroccan Mint Loose Leaf Tea 55g.
And for those who prefer the convenience of tea bags, we also make Moroccan Mint Tea – 20 Biodegradable Tea Bags.
It’s a lovely way to experience the same green tea ingredient in a completely different blend.
If you enjoy exploring different styles of green tea, there are some lovely alternatives to Gunpowder Green in our range.
Our Sencha Green Loose Leaf Tea 70g has a lighter, gently sweet character and produces a delicate lemony-yellow infusion. It’s a lovely contrast to the fuller, more robust flavour of Gunpowder Green.
For those who prefer the convenience of tea bags, there’s also our Sencha Green Tea – 20 Tea Bags.
And if you enjoy a tea with a little floral elegance, our Jasmine Loose Leaf Tea 70g is well worth discovering.
Made with Chinese green tea and jasmine flowers, this fragrant blend produces a beautiful golden-yellow infusion with delicate floral notes and a fresh, grassy green tea finish.
It’s a wonderfully aromatic alternative to Gunpowder Green, particularly for anyone who enjoys a lighter, more floral cup.
Or perhaps you’d prefer our Moroccan Mint Loose Leaf Tea, combining the depth of Gunpowder Green with the refreshing sweetness of spearmint.
From the bold character of Gunpowder Green to the gentle sweetness of Sencha and the floral fragrance of Jasmine, each tea has something different to offer.
You can also explore our full loose leaf tea collection for more flavours and blends.
We’ve been creating our teas in Cornwall since 2010, with a love of good flavour and a commitment to 100% plastic-free packaging since 2018.
Proudly independent, we believe a good cup of tea should be enjoyed without unnecessary fuss.
Curious about our story? Get to know Westcountry Tea Co.
For more information on our packaging and how to dispose of it responsibly, visit our Cup to Compost Disposal Guide.
Each pack contains 50g of Gunpowder Green Loose Leaf Tea, carefully packed in Cornwall.
Ingredients: Chinese Gunpowder Green Tea.
Tea type: Traditional Chinese green tea.
Flavour: Fresh, rounded and gently grassy, with a fuller green tea character.
Caffeine: Naturally caffeinated.
Brewing: Approximately 80°C for 2–3 minutes, adjusting to taste.
Packaging: 100% plastic-free packaging.
From tightly rolled little pearls to a fragrant, refreshing infusion, Gunpowder Green is a tea with plenty of character.
A little green tea with a rather interesting story!
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| Weight | 50 g |
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| Quantity | 20 Tea Bags |
| Ingredients | Rooibos, Allspice, Ginger, Cinnamon, Cassia, Star Anise, Cloves, Nutmeg |
