Gunpowder Green
This loose leaf tea is available to buy in our Online Teashop.
rich, smooth classic
Gunpowder Green
Small green tea leaves of an extra fine quality are distinctively rolled to resemble gunpowder. Discover the pure taste and health benefits of a true green tea.
Steeping Directions
Learn how to make “Gunpowder Green” to enjoy at home!
Basic
water at a simmer (~180-190° F)
1 tsp tea leaves per 6 oz. water (standard teacup)
~ 5 1 ⁄2 minutes: Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
no sugar recommended, and this tea does not take milk
Tea Tip: For fullest flavor, use a tea strainer with enough room to allow the tea leaves to open as they steep.
Connoisseur
water at a simmer (~180-190° F)
1 1⁄2 even Tbsp tea leaves (32 oz. water / medium-sized teapot)
1 3⁄4 even Tbsp tea leaves (48 oz. water / large-sized teapot)
~ 2 3 ⁄4 minutes: pause timer, drain tea strainer, return, continue steeping
~ 5 1 ⁄4 minutes: start tasting every 15 seconds, steeping to your preference
~ 5 1 ⁄2 minutes: recommended steep time for “Gunpowder Green.” Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
no sugar recommended, and this tea does not take milk
Tea Tip: Taste by pouring only a quarter inch of tea into the cup.
At Teatime
Request this tea to be served as one of the three teas at your teatime reservation!
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