Japan Yame Kuma 'Sencha Saemidori' Green Tea

Japan

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A special sencha with smooth vibrant umami notes combined with a gentle sweetness. 

Winner of the Gold Medal in the 2020 Paris Grand Prix Japanese tea selection.

I'm very excited to offer a selection of Sencha from Yame Tea Kumaen, a regular winner of national Japanese tea competitions as well as international tea competitions. They are a family run farming going for over a century with the current tea master Masahiro Kuma being the 3rd generation in the family tea farm and the head of operation Kazumi Nakatani a 4th generation!

Tasting Notes:
- Smooth, slightly creamy texture
- Gentle grass taste with a sweet start

Harvest: Spring, April 24th 2024

Steamed: Light (Asamushi)

Origin: Kuma Family Tea Farm, Yame, Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan
Altitude: 100m
Cultivar: Saemidori
Farmer: Masahiro Kuma
Sourced: Direct from the farmer
Percentage of price going back to the farmer: 30%+

Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 75°C/167°F
- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 30-45 seconds

Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag



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