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Green Tea - Why don't other Chinese teas have similar health-giving properties
like Green Tea? Green, oolong,
and black teas all come from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis
plant. What sets green tea apart is the way it is processed.
Green tea leaves are steamed, which prevents the EGCG compound from
being oxidized. By contrast, black and oolong tea leaves are made
from fermented leaves, which results in the EGCG being converted
into other compounds that are not nearly as effective in preventing
and fighting various diseases.
Green tea (ryokucha) is so ubiquitous in Japan that it is
more commonly known as "tea" (ocha) and even "Japanese tea" (nihoncha). Types of
tea are commonly graded depending on the quality and the parts of the plant
used. There are large variations in both price and quality within these broad
categories, and there are many specialty green teas that fall outside this
spectrum. The very best Japanese green tea is said to be that from the Uji
region of Kyoto. Shizuoka Prefecture is also famous for its green tea.
small tin -
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12 cups
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Dragon Well #4
Most famous Green Tea in China. Has a clear yellow infusion and a mellow flavor
with a slightly sweet after-taste
Jasmine Green
Partially Fermented Japanese Green Tea and Jasmine Petals
Lemon Green
Green Tea, Lemon Peel, Lemongrass and Natural Lemon Flavor
Minted Green
Spearmint, Peppermint, and Green Tea. A refreshing drink to energize the body.
Orange Green
Green Tea, Orange Peel, Marigold Petals and Natural Orange Flavor.
Yun Wu Green “Cloud Mist”
A classic green tea with a pleasant flavor with a slightly
astringent finish
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