Kagoshima Sencha - Master Blend

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Kagoshima Sencha - Master Blend

A master blend of three cultivars: yutakamidori, yabukita, and saemidori. We love the combined qualities of these three tea plants. The aroma of the dried leaf was fresh and fruity. Once brewed, the smell of tropical fruits intensified for us but there was also a nice buttery note. The pale green tea was sweet and rich with a velvet texture. A hint of mango and cream rounded out the finish. Generally, we expect to taste a savory element in green teas but this time we were presented with a tropical bouquet with only a hint of umami.
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Our Price: $15.00

1.75oz/50g: $15.00

Product Code: J-SK3

Amount:

50 grams

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Description

A special sencha blend.

Details

Spring 2010 Harvest
Our Kagoshima Sencha is a special blend of three cultivars:
Yutakamidori - first developed in the fields of Shizuoka, it was finally registered in 1966. It is the 2nd most popular varietal in Japan. Known for it's larger leaves and rich, flavor profile with a pronounced astringence.
Yabukita - this is the most popular varietal with a beautifully balanced flavor profile and has set the standard for sencha.We also recommend the Tenryu Sencha.
Saemidori - developed in the 1960's by cross-breeding the Yabukita and Asatsuyu, the Saemidori bush finally earned a place in the registry in 1990. It's delicate yet complex flavors compares favorably to Gyokuro. We also recommend the Saemidori Sencha.
Read more about sencha in Dae's Journal.