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Why isn't 'green' tea green?

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Most of the non-Japanese green teas I've seen sold as "green tea" and some lower quality teabags marked as "sencha" are broken down tea leaves that can easily oxidize in the packaging to the point where they are, at best, yellowish. read more

Green tea comes from the same plant as black tea, ( Camellia sinensis) but is harvested at a younger age. It is consumed “fresh”, while black tea is consumed roasted. Green tea is therefore less processed and retains more of its nutrients and antioxidants. read more

"Green" Tea as in Sustainably-produced Tea: Green can also mean sustainable, or environmentally friendly. Teas, including green teas, vary widely in their impact on the environment. Although the tea plant tends to not have a major problems with pests, some pesticides are sprayed on the tea plant in some areas. read more

"Green" Tea as in Sustainably-produced Tea: Green can also mean sustainable, or environmentally friendly. Teas, including green teas, vary widely in their impact on the environment. Although the tea plant tends to not have a major problems with pests, some pesticides are sprayed on the tea plant in some areas. read more

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