gunpowder green

Gunpowder green tea is a Chinese tea with a robust, smoky flavor whose leaves are rolled into small pellets. Its uses include enjoying it as a traditional hot beverage, as a cold brew, or as a base for other drinks, and it is famously used in Moroccan mint tea. The tea is also used for its numerous health benefits, such as providing antioxidants and supporting heart health, weight loss, and brain function.  

Uses for gunpowder green tea

Traditional tea: 

Drink it hot, either plain or with additions like mint and sugar, as is done in the traditional Moroccan mint tea ceremony. 

Cold brew: 

Make a less bitter, refreshing cold brew by steeping the tea in cold water in the refrigerator overnight. 

Beverage base: 

Use the cold brew as a base for other beverages, such as a mixture with coconut milk, pineapple juice, or orange juice. 

Culinary pairing: 

The robust flavor complements meals such as grilled vegetables, salmon, or chicken. 

Cocktail ingredient: 

The tea can be used as an ingredient in cocktails. 

Health and wellness benefits

Rich in antioxidants: 

Gunpowder green tea is high in epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent antioxidant that helps protect the body from cell damage caused by free radicals. 

Supports heart health: 

The antioxidants may help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL), improve blood vessel function, and help maintain blood pressure. 

Aids in weight management: 

It may boost metabolism and support fat burning due to its catechins and caffeine content. 

Enhances brain function: 

The combination of caffeine and L-theanine can improve alertness, attention, and mood. 

Strengthens the immune system: 

Green tea compounds have antibacterial and antiviral properties that can support the immune system. 

Promotes digestive health: 

Some people use it to aid in digestion.