What Is Gunpowder Green Tea? Gunpowder green tea, also called bead tea, Chinese pearl tea, or Zhucha. is loose leaf green tea that is tightly rolled into tiny small, tight, shiny pellet that resemble gunpowder. This type of green tea is usually produced using Camellia Sinensis plant. Because of the unique manufacturing method, gunpowder tea usually stays fresh longer than other traditional types of tea. Gunpowder green tea are proceed in unique production method. To make the highest quality gunpowder tea, artisans wither, steam, roll, and dry individual tea leaves. Machine rolled gunpowder tea is also available (and quite common) although not as highly revered. European tea companies like blending gunpowder tea with other types of tea, or dried herb flowers, dried fruits to create unique flavors. For example, gunpowder tea combined with spearmint tea creates a well-known blend called Moroccan mint tea. Gunpowder Tea Health Benefits If your keep gunpowder green tea as daily drink, you may enjoy certain health benefits : a boost of mental alertness and cardiovascular health, reduce blood pressure, improve cholesterol, and an association of lower risk of heart disease and stroke.