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Organic Positively Tea Company, Pinhead Gunpowder, Green Tea, Loose Leaf, 16 Ounce
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Brand | Organic Positively Tea Company |
Item Form | Loose Leaf |
Flavor | Pinhead Gunpowder |
Tea Variety | Green |
Unit Count | 16.0 Ounce |
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- TEA TYPE: Organic Green Tea, CAFFEINE LEVEL: High, TASTING NOTES: Vegetal, Nutty, Smooth, CERTIFICATION: USDA Certified Organic, ORIGIN: China
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Product Description
*Certified USDA Organic by Pennsylvania Certified Organic, 02/17/2022, OG-01881
About Organic Positively Tea Company
Positively Tea is a USDA Certified Organic tea company specializing in high quality, specialty loose leaf teas from around the world. All of our teas are curated with incredible passion and positivity. With over 60 varieties of organic tea to choose from, we offer a positively delicious and organic tea selection to satisfy any tea craving. All of our USDA Certified Organic teas are fresh, free of artificial flavors, harsh chemicals and GMOs. Discover the power of tea in its purest form.
Pinhead Gunpowder Green Tea
Tasting Notes: Vegetal, Nutty, Smooth
Our Pinhead Gunpowder tea is a unique, high quality green tea that is hand-rolled into tiny spheres, better known as pearl tea. When brewed, these green tea pearls unfold into a flavorful, deep amber colored beverage, which is most commonly enjoyed with a meal.
- USDA Organic
- High Caffeine
- Steep at 175°F - 185°F for 3 - 4 minutes
- Ingredients: 100% organic green tea
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 11.5 x 3.5 x 6 inches; 1 Pounds
- Item model number : SYNCHKG067063
- UPC : 885260551321 885260582868 885487525716 811257032580
- Manufacturer : Organic Positively Tea Company
- ASIN : B00SRTD2SI
- Best Sellers Rank: #7,871 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
- #252 in Herbal Tea
- #1,320 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Grocery
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Value for money | 4.3 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Flavor | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Freshness | 4.0 | 4.1 | — | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Scent | 4.0 | 3.8 | — | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Sold By | Positively Tea LLC. | Amazon.com | Positively Tea LLC. | Positively Tea LLC. | Ocha and Co. | Amazon.com |
tea variety | green | green | spearmint | black | green | green |
flavor | Pinhead Gunpowder | Chun Mee Green | Herbal Detox Tea | English Breakfast | Organic Gyokuro | Pineapple Blues |
form | Loose Leaf | Loose Leaf | Pod | Loose Leaf | Loose Leaves | Loose Leaves |
unit count | 16 | 16 | 24 | 16 | 3.5 | 2 |
weight | 16 ounces | 16 ounces | — | 1 pounds | 3.5 ounces | 2 ounces |
caffeine content | Caffeinated | Contains Caffeine | Caffeine Free | Caffeinated | Caffeinated | Medium Caffeine |
recommended uses | Beverage | — | — | Beverage | — | Anxiety Relief, Digestion, Stress Relief, Immune Support |
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Customers like the taste, quality and value of the tea. They mention that it has a nice taste, it's not bitter at all and that it' a great buy. They also like the ingredients, refreshing, and strength. That said, opinions are mixed on the aroma and appearance.
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Customers like the taste of the tea. They mention it has a nice taste, they enjoy the blending of flavors and characteristics, and it's excellent. It's fresh and dry, and the tea is brewed well in a stainless steel mesh ball.
"Taste and consistency perfect." Read more
"...It gives me good energy and has a smooth taste." Read more
"...many brands of gunpowder green tea and this is as pleasant and consistent a flavor as I have found, while still being reasonably priced, especially..." Read more
"...you typically use the older leaves for genmaicha but this tastes like there's other stuff in here. Can't taste the tea, can't taste the genmai...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the tea. They say it tastes great, is better than store-bought, and is of decent quality. Some customers say that the tea is a great buy and works great for that purpose.
"...I use it to help rid my body of dampness & it works great for that purpose...." Read more
"Love the price, quality and quantity. Don’t change a thing." Read more
"This product is really good. I can understand its difference from other teas because it is organic, consists of only leaf tea and antioxidants in it...." Read more
"Got the genmaicha and we couldn't even drink it it was so bad...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tea. They say it's a fantastic deal for the quantity and quality. Some say the value and sublime flavor are impressive.
"...and consistent a flavor as I have found, while still being reasonably priced, especially given that it is organically farmed...." Read more
"...The difference in taste for this tea is phenomenal and worth the higher price!..." Read more
"Love the price, quality and quantity. Don’t change a thing." Read more
"...Rishi's Mint Green tea is much better and definably worth the extra price...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the ingredients in the tea. They mention that it's full-bodied, organic, and delivers on flavor. The tea is also said to be very vegetal, slightly smokey, and healthier than the drive-through. However, some customers say that it is a fine everyday drinking tea and not an experience.
"...while still being reasonably priced, especially given that it is organically farmed...." Read more
"...This loose tea is healthier than from the drive-through and I can control the strength (I like it strong)...." Read more
"I love this tea for many reasons. It's certified organic by the US, not in tea bags (which contain plastic fibers), and hibiscus tea is full of..." Read more
"...I can understand its difference from other teas because it is organic, consists of only leaf tea and antioxidants in it...." Read more
Customers find the tea refreshing. They say it's relaxing, comforting, and energizing. Some say it provides energy without anxiety. Overall, customers are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"I like this tea and can add any flavor to it I like. It gives me good energy and has a smooth taste." Read more
"...I have tried many brands of gunpowder green tea and this is as pleasant and consistent a flavor as I have found, while still being reasonably priced..." Read more
"...tea flows into my cup and washes over my tongue this tea is a feast for the senses...." Read more
"...The other – Genmaicha – I just have liked for over 40 years. It is calming and is also supposed to smooth out blood sugar levels and a woman my age..." Read more
Customers like the strength of the tea. They say it's VERY strong and will wake you up. The 1 lb is going to last a long time, and the leaves are fairly big and not much breakage. It's reliable and the pellets are not crumbled up like a lot of other brands. The packaging is sturdy and will keep the tea fresh for quite a while.
"...a strong cup of gunpowder green is more subtle than coffee, but lasts longer, with no "wrung out" feeling after it wears off...." Read more
"...drifts through your senses, to the first sip, oh so good, of this robust , but not bitter at all, tea it is all a supremely satisfying experience...." Read more
"...Davidson's Green tea was bitter and weak, a very watery taste to go along with a not so pleasant green tea flavor...." Read more
"...Really good quality. Not a lot of crumbled shake." Read more
Customers are mixed about the aroma of the tea. Some mention that it has a very nice aroma out of the box, and the flavor matches the wonderful smell. However, others say that it didn't have the scent of spearmint, but rather smelled of peppermint. Some say that the tea is complex yet delicate and never smokey. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's recommended to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase.
"...Great aroma, beautiful pinhead tea leaves with limited stems - clearly a high quality product...." Read more
"...It didn't have the scent of spearmint at all, but rather smelled of peppermint. As far as mint goes, I do not like peppermint...." Read more
"...This tea however is excellent, its fresh, smells awesome even in the pot and it has a very unique flavor for a gunpowder...." Read more
"...opening the package (which is well made), I was met with a sweet, floral aroma. The look was not as pleasant...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the tea. Some mention it's lovely, has nice buds, and appears natural. Others say that the look was not as pleasant, the color was a bit dark and dull, and the flavor is pretty mild and unimpressive.
"...Great aroma, beautiful pinhead tea leaves with limited stems - clearly a high quality product...." Read more
"The flavor of the brewed tea is great. However, the appearance is not what I expect from the description, Pinhead Gunpowder...." Read more
"...This tea has laid all my qualms to rest. It is just lovely...." Read more
"...forms a foam scum around the top of the pot - an unpleasant presentation for a wretched taste...." Read more
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If you have never tried pinhead gunpowder tea it is in a category of its own, with a pleasantly robust and full flavor. It gets its dramatic name due to its resemblance to gunpowder; from the rolled tea leaves that are balled up when dry, but unfurl into surprisingly large leaves when steeped.
From my experience, here are a few tips to enjoy gunpowder green the most:
- Don't brew it from roiling hot water. Pull the top off of your tea kettle to let it cool a bit (3 -5 minutes after boiling). This should bring down the temperature of the water to around 180 degrees Fahrenheit, which is ideal.
- Brew the tea for 3 to 3 1/2 minutes, but no longer. That will help avoid bitterness.
- Keep most of the tea in the sealed bag. Take out what you think you might use within a week or so, and store it in a metal tin. It's easier to manage.
- Purchase a tea spoon, one specifically made for loose tea. You can find them with small handles that fit nicely in a tea tin. Having a good spoon makes it easier to brew a predictable amount for flavor.
- It tastes fine brewed in stainless steel, but I think it is best brewed in glass. There are a variety of wonderful tempered glass teapots to choose from that make it easy to see the release of flavor and color as the tea infuses the water.
- Don't be afraid to brew the leaves again. This kind of tea has a lot to offer a second brewing, or can easily become a great iced tea later.
Enjoy!
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2022
In order to compare and contrast for myself, I also ordered "Davidson's Tea Bulk Gunpowder Green tea". That tea is approximately 30% less expensive per weight as it sells for $9.99 in comparison to this tea for $14.95. The difference in taste for this tea is phenomenal and worth the higher price! Davidson's Green tea was bitter and weak, a very watery taste to go along with a not so pleasant green tea flavor. The Positively Tea Pinhead Green Tea was true Gunpowder Green Tea as the leaves were tightly rolled, as seen in the photo I attached to my review; LEFT is Positively Tea, RIGHT is Davidson's Tea, just like the other reviewers photos. The Positively Tea also had a nice smooth slightly sweet taste to it and was some of the best green tea that I have had. Much less watery than the other tea and seemed to carry a slightly higher viscosity too. The difference was night and day.
For bulk green tea at a low price point Davidson's will do the trick, but it will not be highly enjoyable. Go with another product to get a better tea. I don't know if I will drink a full 1 lb of it after I ordered it. But this tea is worth a daily cup!
They are my new go-to-guys for bulk loose-leaf tea. Pinhead Gunpowder Green/Irish Breakfast Black/Himalayan Imperial White/Mint leaves...my homemade, bulk blend for iced tea. If heating it up I like Orange Blossom Honey in it.
Obviously not a traditionalist, I enjoy the blending of flavors and characteristics. For anyone who hasn't tried "Irish Breakfast Tea"...that's code for "half the caffeine in the known universe"...gave me an entirely new tea experience. Don't about racing heart, sweating, rapid breathing...none of that, just a wonderful mental accuity.
Honestly just buy some good sencha and bulk genmai.
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