Green Tea
Green Tea: Fresh, Smooth, and Naturally Revitalising
Green tea is one of the world’s most popular and widely enjoyed teas. Known for its fresh taste, gentle energy and minimal processing, green tea offers a clean and balanced cup that suits both new tea drinkers and long-time enthusiasts.
Our collection of green teas brings together carefully sourced leaves from renowned tea-growing regions, offering everything from light and grassy profiles to deep and roasted styles. Whether you prefer loose leaf green tea, everyday drinking options, or premium single-origin selections, you’ll find something here that fits your taste.
What Is Green Tea?
Green tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, just like black and oolong tea. The difference lies in how it’s processed. Green tea leaves are heated soon after harvesting to prevent oxidation. This helps preserve their natural green colour, fresh aroma and smooth character.
The result is a tea that tastes lighter and brighter compared to black tea, with a wide range of flavour profiles depending on where and how it’s produced.
Types of Green Tea
Green tea varies significantly by region. Climate, soil, and production methods all shape the final flavour.
Chinese Green Tea
Chinese green teas are often pan-fired, which gives them a slightly toasted, nutty or mellow character. They tend to be smooth and balanced, making them ideal for everyday drinking.
You’ll often notice:
- Gentle grassy notes
- Light sweetness
- Soft, rounded finish
Popular styles include traditional loose leaf green tea and tightly rolled varieties like gunpowder tea.
Japanese Green Tea
Japanese green teas are typically steamed after harvest, preserving a vibrant green colour and producing a fresher, more vegetal profile.
Common characteristics include:
- Bright green liquor
- Fresh, grassy or seaweed-like notes
- Clean, crisp finish
Varieties such as sencha and matcha are well known for their vivid flavour and smooth energy.
Why Choose Green Tea?
Many people choose green tea for both taste and lifestyle reasons. It offers:
- A lighter alternative to black tea
- Natural caffeine with a smoother feel
- A refreshing hot or iced option
- A wide range of flavour profiles to explore
Green tea works well as a morning drink, an afternoon reset or a calming evening cup when brewed lightly.
How to Brew Green Tea Properly
Brewing temperature matters. Using boiling water can make green tea taste bitter.
For best results:
- Water temperature: 70–85°C
- Steeping time: 1–3 minutes
- Tea quantity: 2–3 grams per 180–250 ml
If you prefer a lighter taste, shorten the steeping time. For a stronger cup, add slightly more leaves rather than increasing the temperature. Most green teas can be re-steeped at least once.
Loose Leaf Green Tea vs Tea Bags
Loose leaf green tea generally provides better flavour because the leaves have room to expand fully during brewing. This allows more of the natural oils and aromas to release into the water.
