Gunpowder Special Imperial Grade
Origin: Zheijang, China. Zhejiang is the leading producer in China at around 20% and the world's largest exporter of green tea (45% approximately of world trade as of 1990). Zhejiang's most well known for producing Gunpowder, Mei Longjing and green leaf scented Jasmines.

Gunpowder green tea is among the most popular teas in the world. This Chinese loose-leaf tea, with the most unusual name, is of the highest grade available. Buy Temple of Heaven Gunpowder tea and watch the tightly rolled pellets bloom into flowery tea petals to give your cup of tea a deep, rich, exceptional flavor.

Gunpowder green tea gets its name because the tightly rolled green leaves resemble the powder used in cannons on 18th century British ships. The smaller the roll, the more expensive the tea. The tight roll helps Gunpowder remain fresher, longer than other teas. When fully steeped, the tender whole leaves unfurl revealing this deep, rich flavor. A most unique tea that is among the most popular worldwide. The cup is of medium body.

This gourmet green tea is in loose leaf form and will ship with a free tea ball infuser. Limit one free infuser per order.