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Description
Chiran Sencha – Smooth, Refreshing Kagoshima SenchaChiran Sencha is a premium Japanese green tea from Chiran, a celebrated tea-growing area in Kagoshima Prefecture. Known for its warm southern climate, fertile volcanic soil and long tea-making tradition, Chiran produces some of Japan's most admired sencha teas. This beautiful sencha is made from the Yabukita cultivar, Japan's most famous and widely appreciated tea cultivar, known for its balanced flavor, fresh aroma, smooth body and elegant green tea character. The combination of Chiran's rich terroir and Yabukita's classic profile creates a sencha that's both refreshing and deeply satisfying. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItChiran Sencha's refreshing taste makes it perfect for daily enjoyment — whether you're looking for a bright morning cup, a soothing afternoon tea or a clean finish after meals. It's a wonderful choice for anyone who enjoys Japanese green tea every day.
How to EnjoyBrew it in a kyusu or small teapot and enjoy several infusions throughout the day. It pairs beautifully with sushi, grilled fish, rice dishes and fresh vegetables, and makes a crisp, refreshing iced green tea. Clean, smooth and wonderfully refreshing, Chiran Sencha is an everyday Japanese green tea to love. It's a reliable, delicious sencha to keep in your cupboard all year round. |
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ready, set, steep.
A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.
- 011-1.5 TSP or 1 BAGScoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 0280°C200mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 031.5 - 2 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
- 04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.
- 01Double the leavesMake it boldUse twice your usual tea amount for a concentrated infusion.
- 0280°C200mlBrew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 031.5 - 2 minSteep, then strainRemove the leaves after brewing.
- 04Pour over iceCool things downFill a heat-safe glass to the top with ice and pour the hot tea straight over it — the melting ice brings it to the right strength.
A little steeping tipLet just-boiled water cool for a minute or two — water that’s too hot can turn delicate leaves bitter. Good leaves give a lovely second cup, too.
A fresh way to enjoy itSweeten while the tea is still hot so it dissolves. For a smoother, mellower glass, try cold brew: leaves in cold water in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
Details
Preparation:
Use 1-1.5 TSP or 1 BAG per 200ml of water at 80°C and steep for 1.5-2 min.
Ingredients:
Green tea
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