Steep time
1.5 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
80°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Description Premium Sencha grown at a high elevation in the prestigious tea region of Honyama. Specifications Origin: Honyama, Shizuoka Harvest: First Flush Cultivar: Yabukita Tasting Profile Yummy. Well-balanced between flavor and body with a natural sweetness. A great tea for the connoisseur, the novice, and everyone in between. Den's Preferred Brewing Leaf-water ratio: 2-3 g (~1 tsp) per 4 oz Water: 160°F; Steep: 90 sec 2nd Cup Water: 180°F; Steep 30 sec For more helpful tips on how to brew sencha, watch our brewing guide video here.