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Gunpowder

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Description

Green tea from the Guangdong province of China. Gunpowder tea, as the name implies, is made up of leaves hand-rolled into tiny pellets. These resemble gunpowder, and give this tea its distinct name. Continuing this bang-bang theme, our special-grade version of this tea is named after a year that saw lots of cannon action. Our '1812 Gunpowder' produces a full-bodied cup with a hint of smokiness. And mixes well with peppermint to produce a popular 'Moroccan Mint' tea.

Story

The name of this tea is said to derive from its visual similarity to military gunpowder, infusing the colonial phrase of "gunpowder diplomacy" with much irony. Gunpowder is the favorite green tea of Morocco and the Middle East, where it is commonly prepared with mint and plenty of sugar. The local custom dictates that it be served by men, and be poured in such a way as to create a sizeable foam atop one's glass. Gunpowder tea is often mixed with peppermint leaves to create a unique blend called Moroccan Mint.

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Adam E.
Feb 9th '10

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"So far this is the best tea for the buck I've found on adagio. It has a very rich, up-front smokey flavor that finishes with a vegetal spinachy taste. The pellets open up BIG so you only have to use a little bit. Considering the price, how little you have to use, and that it's great for multiple infusions, Adagio's Gunpowder is an absolutely superb value!"
[ 3 mins @ 170°F ]
4 votes
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Michael K.
Mar 2nd '10

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"Gunpowder gets 5 bullets because of it's smokey, non grassy flavor. Im planning on going through this gunpowder faster than an intercity middle school student. "
2 votes
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Mary ann M.
Feb 10th '10

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"My ultimate green tea, I won't drink any other green. This is mild yet flavorful without the disappointing spinach flavor of some greens."
2 votes
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Estilla L.
Jan 30th '10

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"I prefer a stronger green tea flavor after my five months in Japan, and this one fits the bill!"
2 votes
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Roger S.
Dec 19th '09

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"This old reliable gunpowder tea is still the best value in green teas. It has a great green tea flavor that is somewhat smokey. Don't use too much. It's very dense. Be sure prepare it so its leaves can open fully and don't steep it more than 3 minutes at 180F or it will become harsh. Try it with little sweetener!"
[ 3 mins @ 180°F ]
2 votes
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Magdalena H.
Dec 15th '09

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"Who needs coffee? Gunpower gives you the kick you need to wake up but having the added benefit of being good for you."
2 votes

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