Steep time
45s
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
80°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
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Best pick • solid green choice from Yame, Fukuoka, Yame, Fukuoka
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Description One of our premium fukamushi senchas. It is also unique in that it is made of a special cultivar of tea, known as Yutaka-midori. Den's favorite fukamushi sencha. For an in-depth discussion of terroir, health benefits, and production of fukamushi sencha varieties, please check out our fukamushi blog post. Specifications Origin: Yame, Fukuoka Harvest: First Flush Cultivar: Yutaka-midori Tasting Profile A robust, chestnut-like flavor and vibrant green color. Mild but full-bodied. Den's Preferred Brewing Leaf-water ratio: 2-3 g (~1 tsp) per 4 oz Water: 160°F; Steep: 45 sec 2nd Cup Water: 180°F; Steep 15 sec For more helpful tips on brewing fukamushi, take a look here.