Steep time
20s
Method: usucha
Steeps
1
Recommended
Water temp
80°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
2.9g / 100ml
70 ml Recommended
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
High
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: shortbread, fresh fruit, or mild cheeses
Fresh, vibrant, and snappy, this thin tea from Yame is has a subtle nutty aroma and has a balanced flavour for daily usucha that is also rich enough for to cut through in a latte Tokiwa (常盤) translates to 'everlasting'. Producer: Kogacha Region: Yame, Fukuoka Cultivar: Blend Harvested: May, 2025