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Green Tea

There are three main varieties of tea -- green, black, and oolong. The difference between the teas is in their processing. Green tea is made from unfermented leaves and reportedly contains the highest concentration of powerful antioxidants called polyphenols. Therefore it is noted that green tea has many health benefits.

Selected from the best tea gardens and blended by our tasters. Olinda green teas are crafted to produce a refreshing and invigorating health drink that brings out the best in taste, fragrance and beneficial properties and makes it an ideal cup of tea for anytime of the day.

Olinda green tea with its fragrant and delicate taste is also available in packets for those who prefer to drink green tea the traditional way.

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Green Tea Selections

Gun Powder

Gunpowder tea, which is more appropriately called "Zhu cha" in Pinyin, is also commonly known as "pearl" tea in China. Gunpowder tea gets its name because of it's method of manufacture. It is rolled into tiny balls resembling gunpowder pellets hence the moniker "pearl" or "bead" tea.

Jasmine

Jasmine tea is made by sprinkling jasmine flowers over green tea leaves which then absorb the flowery aroma. The fragrant blossoms are picked and mixed with the green tea according to traditional tea scenting techniques. The tea absorbs the fragrant essence of the fresh jasmine, making the pearls sweet and aromatic. Jasmine tea is said to reduce nervous tension, decrease saturated fat in the body and increase circulation. Jasmine Dragon Pearl Green Tea is denser than other teas so one or two teaspoons for a teapot is all that is required.cha" is the name of the most popular of all of the green teas in Japan. Its name actually means "common tea" and is a staple in most Japanese households

Sencha

"Sencha" is the name of the most popular of all of the green teas in Japan. Its name actually means "common tea" and is a staple in most Japanese households. This green tea preferred because of its tanginess and fresh qualities complemented by a leaf of high uniformity and deep emerald hue. Sencha was once prepared by roasting but today Sencha is steam treated before further processing with hot-air drying* and is finally pan-fried as a final step. Sencha is also referred to as I-chi Ban Cha, or "the number one pick".

Tulsi

For over 5000 years, Tulsi (Holy Basil) has been one of the most cherished of India's sacred healing plants. Known to maintain general well-being and restore imbalances of the body and mind to a natural healthy state, the legendary Tulsi is honoured and used daily by millions.
Tulsi Green Tea is a unique combination of Tulsi & Green Tea, which helps in weight reduction. Studies suggest that green tea boosts metabolism and helps burn fat. Both Tulsi and Green tea are rich in antioxidants, which eliminates free radicals from the body and have a vast array of remarkable health benefits, and thus Tulsi Green Tea is good for body, mind and soul.