Ganpauder (tea): benefit and harm

Green tea ganpauder is produced in the Chinese province of Zhejiang in the east of the country. Its name was given to the drink because of the leaves, the appearance of which resembles gunpowder. In the Middle Kingdom, tea is known as "Lui Zhu", which means "Green Pearl" in Russian.

History of origin and production technology

Ganpauder (tea) appeared long ago, even at a time when the Tang dynasty was in power (618-907). In England, it was brought in the XVII century, and in the US it could be purchased since the XIX century.

Despite the fact that by the standards of those years its cost was quite high, the drink managed to gain immense popularity in the countries to which it was supplied. Later, its production increased markedly, which led to lower prices. For a long time this type of Chinese tea was the leader in terms of exports.

In 1850, tea appeared on the territory of North-West Africa. The inhabitants of the continent first came up with brewing it with mint and adding ice and sugar. This tradition is common in modern Spain and France. The Chinese legend says that the ganpauder emerged from a pearl, which the dragon and the phoenix bird lost on the ground. In the last century, packages with this tea were called "pea leaves".

For primary assembly only young leaves are suitable. During the next stage cuttings are removed from the raw material. The process of roasting is accompanied by a man who is fanning tea raw materials. The accumulation of large amounts of hot air results in loss of herbal flavor.

After roasting, the leaves are laid out on a plate and fanned until completely cooled. The next stage of processing is the twisting of cold raw materials into dense balls. Rounded tea leaves are placed in a cauldron and continue to knead until they lightly begin to emit a tender smell when lightly touched.

This processing technology allows the leaves to preserve the richness of their essential oils with repeated brewing. In addition, they can be stored for a long time without losing the properties that have fresh tea leaves.

The process described above does not include the fermentation procedure, which means that the drink you have will have as many vitamins and useful elements as the newly collected sheets.

Kinds

The most popular in Europe are the following varieties:

• The Taiwan Gunpowder. Tea is processed using the same technology as oolong tea. Leaves can be purchased in toasted and raw form. Taiwanese "pearl tea" can be found in the form of tiny balls and tubes.
• The Ceylon gankpauder is grown in the highlands of Sri Lanka.

Selection criteria and method of brewing

Fresh tea leaves have a silvery green color with a reflection. Small pellets indicate that they belong to the primary assembly. If you want to feel the aroma of the true "pearl tea" that has come down to us since the Tang Dynasty, buy a jar with tiny balls. A drink from large leaves will have a different taste.

In the world there is a small amount of tea, which can be brewed in different ways. To such rare drinks is the ganpauder (tea). The properties of the leaves, both flavoring and aromatic, depend on the time of brewing, temperature and bowl. To find out what you prefer, start a teaspoonful of leaves with 150 ml of water at a temperature of no more than 87 ° C for one minute.

Brew tea can be several times, while it will not lose its qualities. This is possible thanks to the technology of tight rolling. Before each preparation, the leaves must be rinsed.

Taste properties

"Pearl Tea" although in appearance a little and resembles gunpowder, the taste and aroma of smoke it does not. Ganpauder - tea, which has a vegetable sweet and metallic notes. Trying a drink, you will feel the tender taste of mint, pepper and honey with sweet-sugary aroma, giving away dried fruits.

Pale yellow tea gives an astringent sensation and will please you with its rich, deep, bitter taste. If a smoky aroma is heard during a tea party, it means that it is a Taiwanese drink, the leaves of which are slightly roasted in order to satisfy consumers' expectations.

Impressions of buyers and cost

Many, choosing a daily drink, tend to buy one that can be consumed without anything, and also enrich with flavoring additives, for example, melissa, raspberry and zest of citrus fruits.

This is the ganpauder (tea). Reviews about the drink are mostly positive. Many buyers note that this tea is light, refreshing and invigorating.

The cost of a drink depends on the grade and quality. The price for 250 grams starts at 90 rubles. The lower the cost, the more in the pot you will find the sticks, which in the highest grade are pre-selected. Leaves do not contain artificial flavors. Some consumers do not like its smell, but this nuance depends on the producer of the drink and personal preferences.

You can drink tea both hot and cold. If you plan on drinking it cool, then connoisseurs are advised to make it less saturated. The bitter taste of tea is eliminated by one or two teaspoons of sugar. A unique drink is just that phrase, which can completely describe the green tea ganpauder.

Benefit and harm

Useful properties of this fluid are many. Tea quenches thirst in a hot summer day, accelerates metabolism, which helps to quickly lose weight.

In addition, it has a beneficial effect on the speed of thinking in the elderly, the working capacity of the intestines, kidneys and liver. This drink is priceless for those who have a predisposition to oncological diseases. Antioxidant properties, which are rich in ganpauder (tea), can prevent the development of cancer cells and strengthen immunity.

The composition of the leaves of the drink includes fluoride, which preserves the enamel of the teeth.

The above properties refer to the brewed tea. For medicinal purposes, it is enough to drink no more than two cups a day. Drinking is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, people with heart disease and having urolithiasis.

Ganpauder contains more caffeine than other types of green tea. One cup is from 15 to 45 milligrams of this alkaloid. Information on its quantity and availability manufacturers usually indicate on the packaging.