Black Gunpowder – Black Tea
When we say gunpowder, we usually think of green tea rolled into tiny, dark grey beads. Be careful, its darker counterpart looks very similar. Black gunpowder has true black leaves that pleasantly clink against your cup. Once you add them in and cover them with hot water, you'll be able to enjoy their unfurling, mild grassy aroma and smooth, sweet flavor.
Shipping methods
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Ingredients
100 % Black tea BLACK GUNPOWDERBrew & Taste
Green gunpowder has a signature deep amber. Its black counterpart has an even darker infusion. The taste is also different. Black gunpowder is full-bodied, smooth, slightly smoky, and some may taste a certain spiciness. In any case, the aftertaste is pleasantly sweet.
Origins
This alternative to a classic green tea has the same origin as its predecessor. The Chinese province on the country's southeastern coast is one of the most famous areas for Chinese tea trees (Camellia sinensis) where exceptional green and black gunpowder is made. The subtropical climate, abundant rainfall, dry winters and humid summers are perfect for their growth.
Gunpowder production has a very long history. The process of rolling the tea leaves into tiny beads is believed to have been known as early as the Tang Dynasty (618-907), but it did not become widely known until the 19th century when it was brought from China to Taiwan.
In the case of green gunpowder, the entire production process involves rolling the leaves and packing them by hand. The small balls are poured into large pans, where they are dried and roasted. Black gunpowder is made the same way. The only difference is that right after rolling, the tea is left to ferment. It requires precise humidity and a carefully monitored temperature. When the rolled leaves have changed their color and aroma, they're dried.
Traditional tea drinkers say that the smaller and firmer the gunpowder beads are, the better quality of the tea is.
Try Gunpowder Black with friends. It can be a nice opportunity to talk and make plans together. You can steep it up to 4 times.
Benefits of ingredients:
Tea packaging preview
We pack our teas in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. This container protects the quality of the tea against humidity, light or foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew.
Preparation
100 °C
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3-5 minutes
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1 teaspoon for 150-200 ml
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Instructions for preparation
Pour 150-200ml of boiled water (100°C) per 1 teaspoon of tea.
When brewing in a teapot add 1 extra teaspoon.
Covered, let steep for 3-5 minutes, then remove the strainer.
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