Steep time
1 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
100°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
1.7g / 100ml
118 ml Recommended
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
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Overview
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: sushi, steamed vegetables, or citrusy salads
Our best selling sencha. This tea best represents our precise blending and meticulous manufacturing process. It is rated best when compared with other sencha in the same price range. Origin: Shizuoka Harvest: First Flush Cultivar: Yabukita Tasting Profile: Well balanced flavor with a refreshing bitterness and natural sweetness. The there is a slight roasted aroma which hints at the somewhat unique process of making this tea. This is a tea that you can drink all day, everyday without getting bored with it. Den's Preferred Brewing: Leaf-water ratio: 2-3 g (~1 tsp)/4 oz Water: 180°F; Steep: 60 sec 2nd Cup Water: Boiled; Steep 15 sec