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Organic Miyazaki Haru Bancha

Organic Miyazaki Haru Bancha
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Haru Bancha (Haru meaning Spring) is a rather rare speciality pan-fired organic bancha from Miyazaki. It contains the established coarse winter leaves, stems, and twigs that were harvested from the parent branches of kanayamidori tea bushes in late March each year.

The brewed tea has an exceptionally “green” Spring aroma, a wonderfully balanced, gently sweet, yet incredibly satisfying taste, and a yellow liquor color that would brighten even the dullest of days.

It can be drunk and enjoyed anytime of year, but the gentle nature of this tea is especially nice during spring when ones body enters spring detox mode. It's rejuvenating, vitalizing, low caffeine, and it's a sure bet your stomach will be happy with you if you do drink it in Spring! It's also the perfect pre-shincha beverage that really gets you in the mood for more spring Japanese green tea!

OriginGokase Town, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki, Kyushu, Japan
Organic Certification(s)JAS
Harvest DateLate March 2012
Cultivar(s)100% Kanayamidori
Brewing Suggestion• 4-6 grams of leaves
• 150ml 80°C water
• Infuse for 1 - 1 1/2 minutes
NET Weight50g (1.76oz)
Reviews by registered customers:
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by Stephen S.
Date Added: 02/27/2012
I love, love, LOVE this tea! The leaves may have grown under the dreary depths of winter, but their flavor is giddy with the bright sweetness of snap peas and summer squash. It's also very forgiving to brew, so feel free to experiment with temperature and time. I brew it one tablespoon per 175mL (6oz) at 60C (140F) for three minutes. It's like sipping sunshine.

by Terence W.
Date Added: 12/25/2011
I love this tea, a very fresh grassy smell, and tastes of fresh sweet snow peas. A great deal, and even greater taste.

by Adriano J.
Date Added: 11/23/2011
l have received the Haru Bancha today. After the first few cups I think it's delicious. A bit ''roasty'' taste due to the pan frying I guess, but not bitter at all at least when made with 80 C for 1 minute and a half. I made the other two infusions with boiling water soaking leaves for some 2-5 minutes with still no signs of any bitterness. Although a Spring tea, I can say it tastes great and brings some sweet warmth also in November while waiting for the Winter to arrive.

by angela c.
Date Added: 06/16/2011
Fresh spring aroma, sweet and beautiful color. What a steal, I wish I had purchased more!

by Elisabeth G.
Date Added: 05/01/2011
A surprising bright, emerald green leaf and fresh scent when steeped. Gives a sweet herbal flavour and lovely, smooth drink.

by Michelle R.
Date Added: 04/27/2011
I have just received this tea and it made a cloudy day sunny! It's refreshing, tasty and perfect for a day that has a slow start. You'll be ready to tackle everything in no time! I know I am!