KAZUYA
Competition Organic Sencha
Description
First harvest 2023
With its light green and golden color, the competition-grade organic sencha of Tsuru san comes from the first haverst of the year and also blends asatsuyu and yabukita together.
Full-bodied, fragrant and packed with umami, it balances sweetness and bitterness in a perfect manner, and leaves a wonderful clear honey taste on your palate.
Information
Net Weight: 50gHarvest: 2023Origin: 100% Japanese tea from SagaQuality and type: Competition Sencha Organic: Yes Special Farming Products Certification from Saga PrefectureCultivars: Asatsuyu, Yabukita Conservation: 1 year unopened Optimal tasting: within 6 weeks after openingBrewing Instructions
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Tea for 2 6g to 8g (0.21 – 0.25oz) |
| Water180ml / ~6 fl oz |
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Temperature60°C to 70°C (140 – 158F) |
 | Time2min on first brew, 1min on second brew |
Producer Information
TSURU KAZUYUKI
The Tsuru Cha En plantation was founded in 1959 by the father of the current business owner, Tsuru Kazuyuki san. Since Tsuru san took over the operations in 2007, the tea production has switched to a 100% chemical and pesticide-free process. In 2017, they received the Special Farming Products Certification from Saga prefecture. Today, Tsuru san is one of only four green tea producers in Kyushu, along with Irie san in Yame, who grows tea in a completely pesticide-free manner, bringing him 'above' organic standards.
Tsuru san explains: "More than 80% of our tea trees are over fifty years old. Our constant care and pruning have allowed their roots to go deep in the ground, and benefit from all the advantages of a soil rich in nutrients. The trees absorb large quantities of minerals, making them resistant to insects and illness, even without the use of any pesticides. We grow our leaves in a pesticide-free environment, in a location high in the mountains, where a large temperature difference and deep mists make it possible for the leaves to create the nutrients that will yield a sweet and umami-rich tea."What Customers say
Customer Reviews
4.9 Based on 16 Reviews
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TW
10/21/2023
Tommy W.
United KingdomHigh quality leaves, quick delivery.
All the products have been very good. Japanese tea is really what I drink most and I'm glad when I find reliable exporters.
A
10/01/2023
Alex
United StatesPerfectly balanced
Full-bodies and thick. High levels of umami with a prominent pleasant bitterness. The bitter vegetal notes evoke Brussels spouts and collared greens. The bitterness lingers and then gives way to sweet honey, especially when inhaling. Overall, this tea is a perfect balance of savory, vegetal, and bitter notes, with just a hint of sweetness. Highly recommended.
VM
09/25/2023
Vincent M.
CanadaAmazing!
The tea's quality is truly remarkable, making for an exceptional shopping experience complemented by lightning-fast shipping. It surpasses even the wildest expectations one could have.
RK
08/08/2023
Robert K.
United StatesCompetition Tea at a competitive price
I love the tea. It has a sweet aroma. On hot days, I cold brew it for a refreshing taste.
M
08/21/2022
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This sencha definitely felt different from what I have tried before. It has a very noticeable amounts of umami but balanced with bitterness. The honey flavor is also present. The taste personally reminded me of delicious bread. The bitterness is not for everyone though, I brew the tea at 60C to reduce the bitterness.