Jyo Sencha

Jyo Sencha: This premium grade, first flush, asamushi (light steamed) sencha is bursting with savory umami, vegetal sweetness, and a crisp finish. It hails from Uji, Japan, an area renowned for its high-quality and flavorful green teas. This sencha is unique in that it is shade grown for a short time before harvest to decrease astringency, and increase its umami flavor profile. Truly an incredible first flush sencha that we are proud to add to our collection! Tasting notes: soft umami, baby kale, hazelnut, sweet peas. Brewing Guidelines Kyusu (traditional Japanese side-handled teapot): 1 gram of leaf per oz of water. 150° water. 1st infusion 1 minute. 2nd infusion 30 seconds. 3rd infusion 1 minute. Teapot/mug: 1 tablespoon of dry leaf per 8oz of water. 160° water. 1st infusion 1½ minutes. 2nd infusion 30 seconds. 3rd infusion 1 minute. *It is important not to agitate the leaves while they are steeping, this will cause bitterness. It is also preferable to pour the tea slowly from the tea pot into the tea cups.