This popular Chinese Gunpowder green tea is also known as Zhu Cha (珠茶, pearl tea), alluding to the pearl- or bead-like rolled leaves. It was first produced in China’s Zhejiang Province (浙江省) during the Tang Dynasty, 618–907 AD.
This classic gunpowder imparts a rich yellowish-green clear infusion and a strong honeyed taste with a refreshingly smoky lingering sensation on the palate, well-balanced between sweet and astringent.
Tasting Details
Specification
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How to Brew
- Use one teaspoon of leaves (roughly 3g) for each person you are brewing tea for.
- Boil your water and let it cool, it should be around 80 - 85 degrees (100degree water will scorch the tea)
- Steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste.
- Reuse the leaves a further 3 times, by simply adding more hot water.
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8g, 3 min 1st cup and 4 min 2nd cup.
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Nice and refreshing
I loved this green tea. Tastes so much better than the green tea you buy from shops. With every sip you know you're drinking something really pure and healthy.