Steep time
30s
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
95°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
High
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Konacha is made of tea buds, dust, and small leaves that are filtered during tea processing. It has a strong flavor and an intense green color. Another name is 'sushi-tea (sushi-cha)' because it has been served in sushi restaurants. This easy-to-make, thick green konacha was convenient for quick preparation. Usually, a bamboo strainer is used. Farmer Takeo-san's konacha is made by tea leaves taken only from the ichiban-cha (first harvest tea). Steeping Instructions The amounts below are guidelines. Adjust to preference. Tea: 3 grams (0.11 oz) Water Amount: 100cc (1/2 cup, 3.4 fl oz) Water Temperature: 60˚C degrees (140˚F degrees) Steeping Time: 30 seconds