Organic Asahina Kabusecha

Description

This organic kabusecha is a mid-steamed green tea, known as chumushi. It comes from Asahina which is a famous tea region of Shizuoka that cultivates many covered green teas e.g. gyokuro and kabusecha. This particular organic kabusecha is made from the high quality tea breed known as “Okuhikari” which is well known for its umami tastiness! Infused, this tea has prominent umami taste, unique fragrance, wonderful balance between sencha and gyokuro, green liquor color, and a very clean and refreshing finish!

Okuhikari

Registered in 1987, Okuhikari is a cross between Yabukita and a Chinese tea breed known as “ShizuCY225”, it’s most suited to cultivation in the mountains making it a good choice for organic tea growers.

Additional Information

First Harvest? Yes (100%) Harvest Year 2010 Steaming Process Mid Steamed Tea Bush Varietal(s) 100% Okuhikari Brewing Suggestion • 1g of leaves per 30ml/1oz of water. • Infuse for 60 seconds at 65°C/149°F. • Second & third infusions at 70°C/158°F for 10-30 seconds. Origin Asahina, Shizuoka, Japan NET Weight 100g (3.53oz) Certified Organic By JAS