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NEW! Organic Premium Gunpowder (Northern)
$21.73 USD
Unit price perOrganic Premium Gunpowder Green Tea (Temple of Heaven)
Organic Premium Gunpowder Green Tea, also known as Temple of Heaven Gunpowder, is a bold and invigorating Chinese green tea celebrated for its tightly rolled leaves, rich flavour, and smooth, energizing finish.
Known traditionally as Zhu Cha (珠茶) or “Pearl Tea,” this premium loose-leaf green tea is crafted by rolling each leaf into small pearl-like pellets that slowly unfurl during steeping. The result is a stronger, fuller-bodied cup with deep vegetal character, subtle smokiness, and a clean, refreshing finish.
This is a tea chosen for focus, energy, and everyday strength—a classic green tea with presence and purpose.
Origin
This premium organic Gunpowder tea is grown in Central Hunan Province, China, where mountainous tea gardens, mineral-rich soil, and cool seasonal conditions help produce green teas with exceptional body and depth.
Gunpowder tea has a long history dating back to the Tang Dynasty and remains one of China’s most recognized export teas. The “Temple of Heaven” grade represents a higher quality selection, known for tighter leaf rolling, smoother flavour, and better leaf integrity.
The combination of traditional craftsmanship and carefully cultivated organic tea gardens creates a tea that feels both classic and refined.
How It Is Made
Gunpowder tea is unique among Chinese green teas because of its distinctive rolling process.
After harvesting, the tea leaves are lightly withered, gently heated to prevent oxidation, and then carefully rolled into tight, compact pellets resembling small pearls.
This rolling process helps preserve freshness, protect the leaves during transport, and concentrate the flavour within each leaf.
Once dried, the tightly rolled pearls lock in aroma and strength. During brewing, they slowly open and release their full flavour—creating a tea that feels stronger, deeper, and longer-lasting than many traditional green teas.
This careful shaping is what gives Gunpowder tea both its name and its unmistakable character.
Taste Profile
Organic Premium Gunpowder delivers a bold tea experience that feels strong, clean, and naturally energizing.
Aroma
Fresh green tea with deep vegetal notes, light toasted warmth, and subtle earthy depth.
Flavour
Rich, full-bodied green tea with smooth grassy strength, gentle smokiness, and a slight mineral finish.
Finish
Clean, invigorating, and lingering with a refreshing boldness that stays beautifully on the palate.
This is a tea for those who enjoy green tea with structure—powerful enough to energize, smooth enough for daily drinking.
Brewing Guide
Recommended Preparation
- Tea: 1 tbsp (3g)
- Water: 240ml / 1 cup
- Temperature: 80°C / 176°F
- Steep Time: 220 seconds
- Infusions: Multiple steeps recommended
Re-steep to enjoy the evolving strength and complexity as the tightly rolled leaves continue to unfurl.
Avoid boiling water to preserve smoothness and prevent bitterness.
Why Tea Lovers Choose Temple of Heaven Gunpowder
Organic Premium Gunpowder is chosen for its strength, heritage, and unmistakable personality.
It is the tea people reach for when they want clarity without heaviness and energy without overwhelm.
The bold flavour, rich history, and satisfying depth make it ideal for mornings, focused work sessions, and daily rituals that require both calm and alertness.
This is not a delicate floral tea.
This is green tea with confidence—strong, vibrant, and full of character.
A true classic, crafted for modern tea lovers.
NEW! Organic Premium Gunpowder (Northern)
$21.73 USD
Unit price perOrganic Premium Gunpowder Green Tea (Temple of Heaven)
Organic Premium Gunpowder Green Tea, also known as Temple of Heaven Gunpowder, is a bold and invigorating Chinese green tea celebrated for its tightly rolled leaves, rich flavour, and smooth, energizing finish.
Known traditionally as Zhu Cha (珠茶) or “Pearl Tea,” this premium loose-leaf green tea is crafted by rolling each leaf into small pearl-like pellets that slowly unfurl during steeping. The result is a stronger, fuller-bodied cup with deep vegetal character, subtle smokiness, and a clean, refreshing finish.
This is a tea chosen for focus, energy, and everyday strength—a classic green tea with presence and purpose.
Origin
This premium organic Gunpowder tea is grown in Central Hunan Province, China, where mountainous tea gardens, mineral-rich soil, and cool seasonal conditions help produce green teas with exceptional body and depth.
Gunpowder tea has a long history dating back to the Tang Dynasty and remains one of China’s most recognized export teas. The “Temple of Heaven” grade represents a higher quality selection, known for tighter leaf rolling, smoother flavour, and better leaf integrity.
The combination of traditional craftsmanship and carefully cultivated organic tea gardens creates a tea that feels both classic and refined.
How It Is Made
Gunpowder tea is unique among Chinese green teas because of its distinctive rolling process.
After harvesting, the tea leaves are lightly withered, gently heated to prevent oxidation, and then carefully rolled into tight, compact pellets resembling small pearls.
This rolling process helps preserve freshness, protect the leaves during transport, and concentrate the flavour within each leaf.
Once dried, the tightly rolled pearls lock in aroma and strength. During brewing, they slowly open and release their full flavour—creating a tea that feels stronger, deeper, and longer-lasting than many traditional green teas.
This careful shaping is what gives Gunpowder tea both its name and its unmistakable character.
Taste Profile
Organic Premium Gunpowder delivers a bold tea experience that feels strong, clean, and naturally energizing.
Aroma
Fresh green tea with deep vegetal notes, light toasted warmth, and subtle earthy depth.
Flavour
Rich, full-bodied green tea with smooth grassy strength, gentle smokiness, and a slight mineral finish.
Finish
Clean, invigorating, and lingering with a refreshing boldness that stays beautifully on the palate.
This is a tea for those who enjoy green tea with structure—powerful enough to energize, smooth enough for daily drinking.
Brewing Guide
Recommended Preparation
- Tea: 1 tbsp (3g)
- Water: 240ml / 1 cup
- Temperature: 80°C / 176°F
- Steep Time: 220 seconds
- Infusions: Multiple steeps recommended
Re-steep to enjoy the evolving strength and complexity as the tightly rolled leaves continue to unfurl.
Avoid boiling water to preserve smoothness and prevent bitterness.
Why Tea Lovers Choose Temple of Heaven Gunpowder
Organic Premium Gunpowder is chosen for its strength, heritage, and unmistakable personality.
It is the tea people reach for when they want clarity without heaviness and energy without overwhelm.
The bold flavour, rich history, and satisfying depth make it ideal for mornings, focused work sessions, and daily rituals that require both calm and alertness.
This is not a delicate floral tea.
This is green tea with confidence—strong, vibrant, and full of character.
A true classic, crafted for modern tea lovers.