Japanese Sencha
Japanese tea gardens have a well-earned reputation for producing some of the best green tea in the world. This stunning sencha, grown on the shady Fujiyama mountain slopes of Shizuoka prefecture, is a perfect example of that. Sencha is a traditional style of Japanese green tea that is produced by first steaming the green leaf before gently rolling into long leaves. The teas are then pan-fried which gives a glossy bright green look and feel.
As with most things in Japanese culture the cultivation of tea is approached with a tremendous amount of attention to detail and efficiency. Considering the relatively small amount of farmable land within the Japanese islands, the nation still manages to produce a staggering amount of tea. At no point, however, does this efficiency compromise the focus and dedication to quality and flavour. Japan only exports 1-2% of its total tea production to the international market, making the sourcing of authentic Japanese sencha rather difficult and costly. It is with a great deal of pride then that we offer you this chance to experience a truly premium Japanese green tea.
Serving Suggestion: This beautiful green grassy infusion really does not need any additions. Liza likes to brew hers at 70 degrees for 2 min if drinking by the cup, taking at least 3 brews from each serving (the second brew is my favourite). If you have the chance to drink it gong fu style, that is where this tea will take you on a flavour journey that lasts 10 - 15 infusions.
Country of origin: Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy free, No added Sugar, No artificial colours or flavours.
Prep: 1 heaped teaspoon of tea. 70°C for 2-3 min
Customer reviews
Subtle tea
It has a beautiful colour, somewhere between yellow and green, and the taste is very subtle but still rich.
Andrew Pate | Hull | April 2023
My wife's favourite green tea!
My wife really enjoys this Sencha green tea. The speed and quality of service from The Tea Enthusiasts is excellent. Quick delivery at a very good price, and very well packaged.
Robert | Sunderland | September 2022