{"product_id":"gunpowder-temple-of-heaven-loose-leaf-green-tea","title":"High Teas Gunpowder \"Temple of Heaven\" Loose Leaf Green Tea - Choice of Weight","description":"\u003cp\u003e🍵 The Pearl — Fine-grade Chinese gunpowder green tea from Zhejiang Province, hand-rolled into tight, lustrous pearls that seal in freshness until the moment they meet hot water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍵 The Liquor — A warm golden-olive infusion with a clean, smooth body — noticeably more refined and less bitter than standard gunpowder grades\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍵 The Character — Lightly smoky with a subtly sweet, nutty depth; a grassy freshness underneath, and a lingering mineral finish that rewards a slow, unhurried cup\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍵 The Occasion — Equally at home as a focused mid-morning brew or served Moroccan-style with fresh mint and a touch of sugar for an evening gathering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGunpowder green tea is one of China's oldest and most widely travelled exports, but not all gunpowder is made equal — and Temple of Heaven is the grade that earned this style its enduring reputation. Produced in Zhejiang Province on China's eastern coast, it has been rolled, traded, and admired since the Tang Dynasty, making it one of the longest-established green teas in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe name \"gunpowder\" was coined by English merchants who thought the tightly rolled pellets resembled grains of gunpowder fresh from the barrel. In Mandarin, it is known simply as Zhu Cha — pearl tea — and the pearl shape is the key to everything that makes this tea exceptional. Each leaf is withered, steamed, and then carefully rolled into a small, dense ball before drying. This process does more than shape the leaf: it locks in the essential oils, preserves the flavour, and protects the tea from the degradation that flat-leaf greens are prone to over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTemple of Heaven sits at the finer end of the gunpowder grades. The pearls are more tightly rolled, the leaves more carefully selected, and the result is a cup that is noticeably smoother and less astringent than everyday gunpowder. The liquor brews to a warm golden-olive colour, and the flavour carries a characteristic gentle smokiness alongside a subtle nuttiness, a clean grassy freshness, and a soft, lingering mineral finish. It is a bold green tea, but not an aggressive one — the kind of cup that repays attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWatch the pearls drop into the water and you understand why glass brewing vessels are so suited to this tea. The tight balls slowly unfurl, releasing their flavour gradually, and the change in the liquor from pale to golden is a quiet pleasure in itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is also the tea at the heart of traditional Moroccan mint tea — brewed strong, sweetened generously, and poured from a height to create the characteristic froth. It is one of the most beautiful tea rituals in the world, and Temple of Heaven gunpowder is its authentic foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSince 2008, High Teas London has been one of the country's leading independent tea specialists. With over 350 teas and infusions — one of the largest collections available anywhere in the UK — our focus has always been on sourcing teas that genuinely merit your attention, from quiet everyday pleasures to teas with centuries of history behind them. This is one of the latter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green tea (Camellia sinensis).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temple of Heaven gunpowder is a forgiving tea that responds well to a little restraint. Use water at around 80°C — freshly boiled water left to cool for three to four minutes works well — and steep for two to three minutes for a clean, bright cup. The tightly rolled pearls are denser than flat-leaf greens, so a slightly smaller quantity goes further: one heaped teaspoon per 200ml is a reliable starting point, and you can adjust from there according to your preference. Brewing in a glass pot or cup lets you watch the pearls slowly unfurl, which is a genuine pleasure. For the Moroccan tradition, brew a little stronger, add a generous handful of fresh mint, and sweeten to taste — poured from a height into small glasses, this is one of the great tea rituals of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Teas","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":57151673499992,"sku":"GUTE-50-RA170","price":2.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125g","offer_id":57151673532760,"sku":"GUTE-125-RA170","price":6.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":57151673565528,"sku":"GUTE-250-RA170","price":9.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":57151673598296,"sku":"GUTE-500-RA170","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":57151673631064,"sku":"GUTE-60-RA170","price":3.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g","offer_id":57151673663832,"sku":"GUTE-150-RA170","price":6.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4259\/4904\/files\/TempleofHeavenPM.jpg?v=1776711847","url":"https:\/\/myspices.uk\/products\/gunpowder-temple-of-heaven-loose-leaf-green-tea","provider":"My Spices","version":"1.0","type":"link"}