Fermentaholics Gunpowder Green Tea

This gunpowder green tea has a bold, smoky flavor with a strong astringent quality that enthusiasts love. Reviewers describe it as having a 'wholesome natural taste' with a wonderful aroma. The flavor is definitely on the stronger side—smooth yet assertive. Fair warning: one person found it very bitter, so if you prefer milder greens, you might want to reduce steeping time or temperature.

It works for both, though experiences vary. This is specifically marketed for Jun kombucha (a cousin of regular kombucha made with green tea and honey), and many use it successfully for fermentation. However, one reviewer mentioned it ferments slowly and develops an 'offensive smell' during the process. For drinking straight as hot or iced tea, it performs beautifully—the organic leaves steep to a gorgeous color.

Absolutely. Reviewers specifically mention that the directions are easy to follow, and the certified organic label gives beginners confidence they're getting quality tea. Plus, at 4 oz, you're getting a generous amount to experiment with. The strong, astringent profile is what gunpowder green tea is known for, so this gives you an authentic introduction to the style—just start with shorter steep times if you're sensitive to bitterness.

Multiple reviewers call this 'hard to find gunpowder variety at a decent price' and mention 'good value for money' given the large quantity. You're getting 4 oz of USDA organic, OU Kosher certified tea at a competitive price point, which is tough to beat for this specific variety.

Be prepared for a wonderful, strong aroma—several reviewers specifically mentioned the smell as a highlight. The leaves themselves are rolled into those distinctive 'gunpowder' pellets, and when steeped, they produce a beautiful-colored brew. The organic quality really shows in both the appearance and the natural, wholesome taste.