Sakura Ryokucha

Sakura Ryokucha is a superb blend of sencha, kukicha, sakura leaves and sakura flower. The blend of sencha and kukicha harmonizes well with the sakura’s natural flavor. Our sakura flowers are also unique. Normally, sakura flowers is preserved in salt, but the salted flowers can sometimes have a negative affect on the the flavor of the accompanying green tea. Our sakura flowers are preserved in sugar so that it does not disturb the flavor of the green tea. Preserving them in sugar also provides a subtle sweetness. Freshly dried sakura flowers also foretell of a happy spring!

Sakura Ryokucha is a seasonal tea, usually available in early spring, and is in stock for only a month or two.

Origin: Shizuoka
Harvest: First Flush
Cultivar: Yabukita

Taste Profile: The flavor and aroma of the sakura is present yet gentle, blending well with the refreshing flavor and viscous mouthfeel of the sencha and kukicha.

Den's Preferred Brewing:
Leaf-water ratio: 2-3g(1 rounded tsp) per 4oz
Water: 180F
Steep: 60 sec
2nd Cup: Water boiled; Steep 15 sec

Sakura "Iced" Ryokucha
Add roughly 50% more Sakura Ryokucha into a teapot.
Steep as directed for hot tea.
Once you brew it, put ice into the cup to lock in the aroma.