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High quality fukamushi-sencha from Makinohara, Shizuoka. Makinohara is one of the biggest fukamushi-sencha production areas in Japan, known for tea that is abundant in both flavor and aroma. It is made of very young leaves that naturally contain a high level of L-theanine (an amino acid).
Origin: Makinohara, Shizuoka
Harvest: First Flush
Cultivar: Yabukita
Tasting Profile:
The initial sip may be a little astringent, but the tea later becomes more mellow. It brews a nice, deep green color and the aroma is smooth, almost sweet. The dry leaves have a rich green color and the classic oily character that high quality fukamushi-sencha have.
Den's Preferred Brewing:
Leaf-water ratio: 2-3g(1 leveled tsp) per 4oz
Water: 160F
Steep: 45 sec
2nd Cup: Water @ 180F; Steep 15 sec