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The 3-year aged bancha product was developed for the macrobiotic industry, as a natural way to reduce caffeine in tea as much as possible. Autumn harvested bancha stems are separated from their leaves and stored in the Tarui family's warehouse for three years. They are then roasted to further reduce caffeine and impart a slightly roasted flavor. PRODUCT INFO Ingredients: Green tea Cultivar: Yabukita Cultivation & Processing Notes: Stems are separated from Autumn harvested bancha leaves (large leaves), stored for 3 years, the roasted. Harvest Season: Autumn Japanese name: 三年番茶 Net Weight: 150 grams, 1kg (Yunomi package) Region: Nearaicho, Shizuoka Prefecture STEEPING NOTES Tea: 5 grams or 1 teaspoon. Time: 60 seconds. Water: 90˚C/194˚F, 180-240 ml.