Steep time
2 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
71°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
Medium
Highlighted notes
ToastSpinach
Overview
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: sushi, steamed vegetables, or citrusy salads
We are pleased to bring you this special offering, as Tencha is rare to find for sale, even inside Japan. Tencha is the base green tea for making powdered Matcha. Dark in color yet light in the cup, this tea has a lot of body (or umami) and no roast flavors.