YŪKYŪ
Competition Sencha
Description
2025 first harvest
Plucked at the end of April, YUKYU is an outstanding jewel prepared by Koga cha gyo. A limited production, this sencha was made to celebrate the 600th anniversary of Yame tea by sharing its history with each sip.
A blend of Sae midori and Yabukita, this competition-grade sencha grown in the heart of Yame in Kurogi embodies the essence of Yame sencha: an exceptional flavor and refreshing aroma, umami rich, round, without any bitterness, with a long-lasting sweetness.
While incredibly sweet, YUKYU is also packed with caffeine, making it the perfect tea to start your day.
Information
Net Weight: 75gHarvest: 2025Origin: 100% Japanese tea from YameQuality and type: Competition Sencha Organic: No Cultivars: Yabukita, Sae-Midori Conservation: 1 year unopened Optimal tasting: within 2 weeks after openingBrewing Instructions
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Tea for 2 6g / 0.21 oz |
| Water160ml / ~5.41 fl oz |
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Temperature80C / 176F |
 | Time30-60s |
Tasting Guide
Aromatic Profiles
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ROASTED
NUTTY
WOODY
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KUMIKO KOGA
Koga Kumiko san represents the fourth generation at her family business KOGACHA GYO in Yame, Fukuoka. Working alongside her mother, president of the company, and her father, director of operations, she is a tea instructor.
Dedicated to lead her company through the challenges of the green tea industry in the 21st century, she is in charge of overseas sales. She also travels around the world to give tea seminars to introduce Yame green tea to foreign tea lovers.
