Green tea is a type of “true tea” made from the leaves of the tea plant. It's cultivated in China and Japan, where it is also the most popular. Green tea is gaining global acclaim, mostly due to its potential health benefits. There are different types of green tea, including dragonwell, gunpowder, matcha, and sencha. Though they vary in taste, green teas tend to have a mellow flavor. It's also used in tea-flavored food recipes and other drinks, such as smoothies.