Steep time
1–3 min
Recommended
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
80°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
2.5g / 100ml
275 ml Recommended
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
Medium
Highlighted notes
Creamy
Overview
Best pick • solid green choice from Fukuoka, Japan
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
This 2025 single estate, first flush, single origin cultivar (Tsuyuhikari) sencha is unique and limited in supply. It has a savoury mineral aroma and a creamy vegetal flavour similar to gyokuro with a smooth light umami finish. Packaging options explained Description Cultivar: Tsuyuhikari Region: Hoshino Seicha-en, Fukuoka Prefecture 60 g To make hot tea Tea: 7 g or 1 tbsp Water: 250-300 mL at 70-80 °C Steep: 1-1.5 min. To make cold brewed tea Tea: 10 g or 1.5 tbsp Water: 500 mL (2 cups) at room temperature Steep: 2-6 hours in the fridge