Ahmad Gun Powder Tea 500g – The Tea That Packs a Punch
The name says it all. Gunpowder Tea – named for its tightly rolled pellets that resemble old-fashioned gunpowder – is one of the oldest and most distinctive forms of Chinese green tea. When those tiny pellets hit hot water, they unfurl slowly, releasing a bold, slightly smoky, intensely aromatic brew unlike any other green tea you’ve tasted.
Ahmad Gunpowder Tea brings this centuries-old Chinese tradition to your cup – with the quality and consistency that has made Ahmad Tea trusted in over 80 countries. At 500g, this is a serious tea for serious tea lovers.
- 🍋 Tightly rolled gunpowder pellets – unfurl beautifully in hot water
- 💥 Bold, slightly smoky flavour – stronger than regular green tea
- 🌿 Premium Chinese rolled green tea – centuries-old tradition
- 🌍 The base for authentic Moroccan mint tea (atay)
- 🕌 Halal certified
- 📦 500g – premium bulk pack for dedicated tea drinkers
- 🚚 Fast delivery across Prague and Czech Republic
What is Gunpowder Tea?
Gunpowder tea (also known as Zhu Cha in Chinese, or atay in Moroccan Arabic) is a type of green tea where each leaf is rolled into a small, tight pellet. This rolling process:
- Preserves the tea’s freshness and aroma for longer
- Creates a more concentrated, bolder flavour than flat-leaf green tea
- Produces a slightly smoky, robust character unique to this style
- Makes it the essential ingredient in Moroccan mint tea
How to Brew Ahmad Gunpowder Tea
Use 1 teaspoon (2–3g) per cup. Pour water at 80–85°C (not fully boiling). Steep for 2–3 minutes for a lighter cup, or up to 4 minutes for a bolder brew. The pellets will slowly unfurl – watch the transformation in a glass teapot for a stunning visual experience.
How to Make Moroccan Mint Tea with Gunpowder Tea
Moroccan mint tea is one of the world’s great tea rituals – and gunpowder tea is its essential base:
- Rinse the teapot with a small amount of boiling water, then discard
- Add 1–2 tsp gunpowder tea + a generous handful of fresh mint leaves
- Pour hot water (85°C) and steep 3–4 minutes
- Add sugar to taste (traditionally very sweet)
- Pour from a height to create a frothy top – the signature Moroccan style
Serving Suggestions
- 🌿 Moroccan mint tea (atay) – the classic use for gunpowder tea
- 🍯 With honey – bold tea balanced with natural sweetness
- 🍋 With lemon – cuts through the smokiness beautifully
- 🧃 Iced gunpowder tea – brew strong, cool & pour over ice with mint
Perfect Pairings – Sweets & Dry Fruits
Gunpowder tea is traditionally served with sweet accompaniments. Explore our selection:
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Buy Gunpowder Tea in Prague – Asan Oriental Supermarket
Searching for gunpowder tea in Prague, Moroccan mint tea Czech Republic, rolled green tea Praha, or atay čaj Praha? Asan Oriental Supermarket is one of the few places in the Czech Republic where you can find authentic gunpowder tea – alongside a full range of halal teas, sweets, dry fruits, spices, and Oriental groceries. Order online for fast delivery across Prague and the Czech Republic.
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