Gunpowder Standard – Rolled Green Tea
Origin: Fujian Province, China
Taste: Smoky, Nutty, Bold, Slightly Vegetal
Ingredients: Green tea (Gunpowder grade)
Brewing: 80°C (after cooling for 2 mins) | 3–5 mins
Serving tip: Best enjoyed plain. Often served with mint in Middle Eastern traditions.
A bold green tea from Fujian, China, named for its pellet-like appearance. The leaves are tightly rolled into larger green balls that unfurl when brewed. It produces a
golden-green liquor with a light smoky aroma and a nutty, satisfying flavour.
BIT MORE INFORMATION:
Gunpowder Standard is a well-known green tea from China’s Fujian province, named for its distinctive appearance - tightly rolled leaves that resemble grains of gunpowder. This traditional rolling method helps preserve the tea’s freshness and flavour, and the leaves dramatically unfurl when steeped, releasing their full character.
Larger than the finer Pinhead grade, Gunpowder Standard is produced using steam and rolling equipment that shapes the leaves into dense green balls. The result is a robust green tea with a golden-green liquor, appreciated for its light smokiness and nutty undertones.
This tea has long been favoured across the Middle East, where it is often brewed strong and served with fresh mint. Its bold, slightly vegetal flavour and smooth finish make it a versatile and invigorating cup, perfect for those who enjoy a more full-bodied green tea.
Gunpowder Green Tea – Smoky, Nutty & Bold
A classic Chinese green tea from Fujian province, expertly rolled into tight pearls that unfurl as they steep. Loved in the Middle East and North Africa, this tea delivers a smoky, nutty flavour with a rich golden-green liquor.
What Makes It Special
Hand-rolled into firm pellets (larger than pinhead grade), each leaf locks in aroma and strength. The pan-fired production process adds a subtle smoky note without overwhelming the clean vegetal base—creating a distinct and robust cup that stands up to mint or sugar.
This style reflects its heritage: the tightly rolled leaves were originally designed to preserve freshness during long journeys, making it a practical staple even today.
Origin & Craft
Grown in eastern China (Fujian & Zhejiang), this tea undergoes traditional steaming or pan-firing followed by rolling. The process ensures durable pellets and a consistent flavour.
Tea Lover’s Tip
Excellent when brewed with fresh mint for Moroccan-style mint tea, or served chilled for a refreshing iced blend. Great as a base for iced punches or spiced infusions.
