Sencha Ryokucha

Country of origin: Japan

Infusions: 2-3

The green tea leaves produce a pale green liquor, the aroma and taste of which suggest young pea with a hint of milk.

Preparation guidelines: Use 12 g of tea (approx. 6 even tsp) for 1 litre of water at the temperature of 70-80°C. Allow to infuse for 2-3 minutes, then strain. Suitable for 2-3 infusions.

Sencha from the Kagoshima Prefecture. High precipitation and an appropriate climate give rise to the best conditions for growing tea in the area. Most of the soil also benefits from a covering of volcano ash, known as "shirasu", which makes it extraordinarily rich in minerals. Ryokucha translates as “green tea”. The green tea leaves produce a pale green liquor, the aroma and taste of which suggest young pea with a hint of milk .