Despite its explosive-sounding name, gunpowder tea is not actually made of gunpowder! The tea is so named because its rolled, pellet-like appearance is similar to gunpowder. It is one of the best known varieties of Chinese green tea.

The flavor of brewed gunpowder tea is often described as thick and strong like a soft honey, but with a smokey flavor and an aftertaste that is slightly coppery. This type of tea is often seen as having a flavour that is somewhat grassy, minty, or peppery.

Here’s the product page for gunpowder tea and no, that’s not an affiliate link. I just think it’s really cool, that’s all.