Loose Leaf Green Teas

Shop online for loose-leaf green teas made from whole tea leaves sourced directly from the artisan farmers who tend them. Green tea varieties include Sencha, Dragon Well, Dragon Pearls and other gourmet teas. Enjoy a variety of delicious flavors, ranging from sweet to vegetal to umami to nutty, with options for a strong, toasty tea or lighter profiles, as well as the many health benefits associated with regularly drinking green tea. Choose from organic and conventionally grown selections. Our direct-trade advantage ensures superior taste, freshness and value.

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Sample Our Premium Loose Leaf Green Teas

Enjoy light-bodied flavor, fresh aromas, and uplifting brews with our premium loose-leaf green teas collection. We proudly offer a broad range of green teas from refreshing, flavorful blends to authentic artisan single-origin teas – all available in sample sizes that make trying new green teas an enjoyable exploration. Whether starting your day with our cozy, toasty Hojicha with roasted leaves from Shizuoka, Japan or perking up your afternoon with bright notes of citrus fruit and mint in our Citrus Mint Green that offers a light bodied, refreshing brew, our green teas will dazzle your palate and enrich your day. For true authentic tea experiences, try our Dragonwell green, also known as Longjing, hand fired in a wok which develops warming notes of roasted chestnut, or our crisp, brothy Japanese Gyokuro harvested from pure shade-grown leaves for their rich umami flavors.

Green Tea Characteristics and Benefits

Green Teas are made from premium tea leaves that are either fired or steamed to prevent oxidation and to enhance their natural character yielding light cup color and a complex range of flavors. Their tasting profiles can vary from subtly fruity with hints of mineral, toasty and smoky, and to grassy and crisp - all depending on where they grow and how they are hand crafted. They are a well-documented, and highly revered source of natural antioxidants that support heart health, immunity boosts, mental focus, and calming energy with lower caffeine levels.

Loose, Bagged, Iced and Portioned

Our green tea collection is offered in loose-leaf, pyramid teabags, iced-tea pouches and in convenient single-serve loose-leaf portion packet for brewing your style - whether at home, at work, or on the go.

Does loose-leaf tea contain caffeine?

Yes, loose-leaf green tea naturally contains caffeine. Green teas made from whole tea leaves contain 20-50mg of caffeine per cup (8oz). The exact amount varies by variety, steeping time, and water temperature. For lower caffeine options, explore our decaffeinated black teas or herbal blends.

Where can I buy loose-leaf green tea online?

Buy premium loose-leaf green tea online at Adagio Teas. Our selection includes a classic Chinese green teas, Japanese green teas, as well as green tea with added flavors. Choose from flavored options and delicate single-origin teas. Available in samples, pyramids, bulk, and smaller portions.

How long should loose-leaf green tea be steeped?

Steep loose-leaf green tea for 2-3 minutes in cooler water (165-180°F). Stronger teas like Gunpowder require 3 minutes, while delicate Sencha is best at 1-2 min. For a stronger tea with bold flavor, steep longer. Shorter times produce a lighter cup.
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