High Quality Loose Leaf Green Tea | Pearl Hand Rolled Green Tea
About This Tea
Pearl is the highest quality loose leaf green tea we stock. Whole leaves are hand rolled into small dense pearls, a technique borrowed from high grade Chinese green tea production and applied to Indian leaf. The pearls open slowly in hot water and release flavour gradually, so the brew builds and changes as you drink it.
The flavour profile of Pearl Green Tea is distinctly clean and mellow: a light grassy note at the start, followed by a smooth, slightly sweet body, and a clean, refreshing finish with no bitterness. This is because the hand-rolling process preserves the natural L-theanine content of the leaf, the amino acid responsible for green tea's characteristic calm focus, while protecting the delicate EGCG catechins from oxidation.
Because the whole leaf is used intact rather than broken or cut, Pearl retains more of the leaf's catechins than a broken leaf or fannings grade tea does. It is low in caffeine, which makes it fine for the morning without jitteriness and gentle enough for the afternoon.
How to Brew: Use 1 tsp (2 to 3 pearls = 2g) per 200ml at 75 to 80°C. Steep 2 to 3 minutes. Watch the pearls unfurl, it is part of the ritual. Can be re-brewed 3 to 4 times.
Cold brewing Pearl
Pearl is the best loose leaf tea for cold brew we sell. Put one tablespoon of pearls in 500ml of cold water, leave it in the fridge overnight, and strain in the morning. Cold water pulls out the sweetness and leaves the tannins behind, so the result is smoother and sweeter than anything you can brew hot. It keeps three days refrigerated.
Sourcing and packing
Origin: High elevation Indian estates. Hand rolled.
Grade: Whole leaf, hand rolled into pearls.
Packed: Bangur Avenue, Kolkata, in food grade resealable pouches. Available in 250g, 500g and 1kg pouches.
Licensing: FSSAI licensed.
Selected and cupped by Archit Shah, Managing Director, Unik Tea Centre Pvt Ltd. Our family has sold loose leaf tea in Kolkata since 1988.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Pearl Green Tea different from regular green tea?
- Pearl Green Tea uses whole leaves hand-rolled into pearls, unlike the broken or fannings-grade leaf in most tea bags. Whole leaves release flavour gradually, delivering a smoother and more complex brew.
- How many times can I re-brew the pearls?
- Pearl Green Tea can be re-brewed 3 to 4 times. Each infusion reveals a slightly different flavour profile, later brews are lighter and increasingly sweet.
- Is Pearl Green Tea good for weight loss?
- Pearl retains more of the leaf's natural catechins than broken leaf grades, simply because the leaf is whole. We would not sell it to you as a weight loss product. It is a very good green tea that happens to be a zero calorie drink.
- Can I brew it cold?
- Yes. Cold-brew Pearl Green Tea by adding 1 tbsp of pearls to 500ml cold water and steeping overnight in the refrigerator. The result is an exceptionally smooth, sweet cold brew with minimal bitterness.
- What temperature should I use?
- 75 to 80°C. Boiling water damages the EGCG catechins and creates bitterness. Let boiled water cool for 2 to 3 minutes before brewing.
Why Green Tea Transforms Your Health
Green tea contains EGCG, one of the most powerful antioxidants known to reduce inflammation and support heart health.
The unique combination creates calm alertness — focus without the jitters. The ideal morning ritual.
Never boiling. Lower temperatures preserve delicate catechins and prevent bitterness in every cup.
Good loose leaf green tea can be steeped 2–3 times, each infusion revealing a new dimension of flavour.
How to Brew High Quality Loose Leaf Green Tea
What You'll Taste
Why This Tea is Good for You
Heart Health
Regular green tea consumption is associated with reduced LDL cholesterol and lower blood pressure, protecting cardiovascular health.
Brain Function
L-Theanine and caffeine together improve memory, reaction time, and mood. Studies show enhanced cognitive performance with daily consumption.
Metabolism Boost
EGCG in green tea has been shown to boost metabolic rate by 3–4%, making it a popular choice for weight management.
Immunity Support
High polyphenol content helps fight free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and strengthening the body's natural defence systems.
From Garden to Your Cup
Our team personally visits and selects only the finest gardens across Assam & Darjeeling each season.
Decades of expertise at our Kolkata facility. Every blend is tested for aroma, colour, and strength.
We process in limited quantities to preserve freshness. What you receive is never more than weeks old.
Every pouch is sealed airtight immediately after packaging, preserving natural oils, aroma and taste.
Free shipping across India above ₹199. Your tea arrives within 3–7 business days, freshness guaranteed.
What Our Customers Say
"Ordered as a gift for my parents and they absolutely loved it. Now they refuse to drink any other brand!"
"Tastes just like the chai I had in Kolkata. Authentic and fresh. Fast delivery — arrived in 4 days to Delhi."
"Great value for money. I make 3 cups daily and it lasts the whole month. Consistent flavour."
