Green Tea

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What is Green Tea?

Green tea is unoxidized tea and is created from the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant. Leaves are harvested partially wilted; they are then immediately steamed to preserve its green color and to prevent the oxidization process or its fermentation, which can trigger the tea to change flavors, the immediate steaming of the green tea leaves is most important to stop the fermentation process. Creators of outstanding green teas have perfected the steam time to create the best green teas and unique flavor that is only found in green tea.

Types of Green Tea

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Matcha Green Tea

Matcha is fine ground tea powder made from Tencha leaves. Matcha preparation is the most important part of making Matcha tea, you whisk tea powder with hot water in a ceramic bowl. Matcha’s fragrant sweet flavor is created by the amino acids in the tea.

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Sencha Green Tea

Sencha tea leaves are harvested and then directly exposed to sunlight. Sencha gets its name from its distillation method and delivers a slightly cutting cup of tea with bright grassy notes.

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Gunpowder Tea

Gunpowder green tea leaves are snugly rolled into the shape of small bits or pellets which resembles gunpowder, and the tea’s name. Gunpowder tea has a bold & lightly smoky flavor since it’s roasted which also yields a higher concentration of caffeine (35-40 mg/8 oz serving). Gunpowder tea also can retain flavor for numerous steeping due to its powerful and robust flavor profile.

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Jasmine Tea

Jasmine tea is created with fresh jasmine blossoms, which provides a sweet flowery flavor to the tea. Jasmine tea most often has a green tea base, but you can also utilize white, black, and oolong jasmine-scented teas.

Green Tea FAQ

Green Tea Benefits*

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  • Antioxidants – Green tea contains antioxidants that may help prevent cell damage and may provide various beneficial effects on health .
  • May Improve Cognitive Function – Green tea may improve brain function and cognitive health.
  • Could Help with Weight Loss – Green Tea may increase metabolic rate and increase fat burning in the short term when paired with exercise.
  • May Lower the Risk of Some Cancers – Drinking green tea may lessen the chance of certain cancers.
  • May Protect the Brain from Aging. – Green tea may support brain health and aide in lessening the effects of neurodegenerative diseases.
  • Could Help with Oral Health – Green tea could help with oral health..
  • May Help with the Dealing with Blood Sugar – Green tea may play a role in lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes or helping with the overall management of type 2 diabetes.
  • Might help Prevent Heart Disease – Green tea could lower the chance of heart disease.
  • Might help you live longer – Green tea may be protective against cancer and heart disease, which may help you live longer.
    • *Always consult your Physician about any claims about drinking Green Tea and your health.

Benefits of Jasmine Tea

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    Tea with jasmine can have a calming, relaxing effect that may help you to unwind and help to reduce anxiety and stress.
  • Reduces inflammation – Black, green, and white teas may help reduce inflammation. When combined with Jasmine it can provide relief from aches and pains, as well as reducing the pain from arthritis.
  • Calming and Relaxing – Tea with jasmine can have a calming, relaxing effect that may help you to unwind and help to reduce anxiety and stress.
  • Improves Mental Clarity and Alertness – Tea with jasmine may help increase alertness and attention. When combined with teas with a moderate to high amount of caffeine, it can raise your energy levels and brain power.
  • Boosts Immune System – Green tea with jasmine may help to boost your immune system warding off illnesses like the flu and the common cold.
  • Aids in Digestion – Drinking jasmine tea can aid in digestion and help stomach troubles.
  • High in Antioxidants – Every tea is made from the camellia sinensis plant which is high in antioxidants. Antioxidants can promote cellular health.

Green Tea Vs. Matcha – What is the Difference?

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    Green Tea is often confused with Matcha which is not difficult to do; they’re both green and very alike in numerous ways, but their differences are important. Green tea leaves that are harvested to make matcha are de-stemmed, de-veined and then ground into a fine powder, this is the most important difference as tea leaves for Green Tea are not ground to a powder.

Green Tea Preparation and Caffiene Content

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Green tea should be made at a very mild water temperature of 180°-185° F, and a careful steep time of about 3 minutes. If too hot the tea may have a very biting, harsh flavor. We suggest about 1 tsp per Eight-ounce cup for the best results. An 8oz cup of green tea has approximately 15-48mg of caffeine per serving. The longer the steep time the higher caffeine percentage be. Keep in mind that green tea’s caffeine amount will depreciate each time you re-steep your tea.