For all the loose leaf green tea lovers our range features some classic flavours - try Japanese Sencha, Jasmine Green, and Sencha Kyoto Cherry Rose. Green tea is a popular...
For all the loose leaf green tea lovers our range features some classic flavours - try Japanese Sencha, Jasmine Green, and Sencha Kyoto Cherry Rose. Green tea is a popular and widely consumed tea made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Unlike black tea, green tea is minimally oxidised, which helps retain its green colour, fresh flavour, and high antioxidant content. Key characteristics of green tea are its flavour - usually this is lighter and more delicate than black tea, with grassy, vegetal, sweet or floral notes. It's colour is pale green to golden yellow when brewed. Its caffeine content is lower than black tea but still enough to provide a mild energy boost (about 20–50 mg per cup). There are a number of elements to the production process, including withering, where fresh tea leaves are spread out to dry, reducing moisture. Steaming or pan-firing, where the leaves are quickly heated to prevent oxidation (Japanese green teas are steamed, while Chinese green teas are pan-fired). Rolling or shaping, where the leaves may be rolled into different shapes, such as twisted or needle-like. Drying, where the leaves are dried to preserve flavour and nutrients. Popular types include: Sencha - the most common Japanese green tea, with a fresh, grassy taste. Matcha - a powdered green tea made from shade-grown leaves, known for its rich, umami flavour and high antioxidants. Gyokuro - a premium Japanese tea with a sweet and complex taste due to shade-growing. Dragon Well (Longjing) - a famous Chinese green tea with a nutty, slightly sweet flavour. Gunpowder - a Chinese tea with tightly rolled leaves that unfurl when brewed, producing a bold taste. Health benefits include being rich in antioxidants - most green tea contains catechins, such as EGCG, which may help prevent cell damage. Boosts brain function - L-theanine combined with caffeine improves focus and alertness. Supports heart health - may lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Aids in weight loss - helps boost metabolism and fat burning. Supports gut health - contains polyphenols that promote a healthy microbiome.
