Kabusecha green tea leaves from Japan

SAWA

Premium Kabusecha

SAWA
SAWA
SAWA
SAWA
SAWA
SAWA
SAWA
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The shading of this tea leads to strong umami characteristics, with notes of pine and narcissus, as well as bok choy, nori and artichoke. First harvest tea.

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Description

2024 first harvest 

SAWA is a beautiful representation of Kiya san’s craftsmanship. This kabusecha has deep-green, needle-shaped leaves, indicative of the shading process that this tea undergoes prior to harvesting.

The shading of this tea leads to more developed umami characteristics accented with notes of pine and narcissus. Its complex and aromatic liquor has notes of bok choy, nori, and artichoke. This tea can be steeped multiple times, and its distinctive layers can be enjoyed throughout the day.


Information

Net Weight: 50g
Harvest: 2024
Origin: 100% Japanese tea from Yame
Quality and type: Premium Kabusecha
Organic: No
Cultivars: Yabukita, Okumidori
Conservation: 1 year unopened
Optimal tasting: within 6 weeks after opening

Brewing Instructions



tea leaves Tea for 2
6g / 0.21 oz

water dosimeter Water
100ml / ~ 3.38 fl oz

tea spoons Temperature
70C / 158F

time iconTime
40s


Tasting Guide

Aromatic Profiles

KIYA YASUHIKO


Kiya Yasuhiko the Third (heir and third owner of Kiya-horyouen) is a certified Japanese Tea Appraiser (out of a total of 39 in Japan). He works to spread new ideas and concepts about Japanese tea and promote Yame tea, gyokuro and tea culture in general.

We are honored to propose Kiya san’s incredible teas and be able to collaborate together on new ways to enjoy green tea by going beyond the traditional approach.

Kiya san has developed exclusive teas for IKKYU. His deep and unique knowledge of tea along with the quality of Kiya san’s products will lift you to the highest levels of Japanese green tea.


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LS
07/18/2024
Liza S.
United States United States

Exquisite

Sublime taste! Arigato

AZ
07/10/2024
Alexander Z.
United States United States

best kabusecha?

So far my favorite kabusecha from Ikkyu. Rich flavor without being overpowering. Definitely the best to start with.

A Ikkyu Tea Customer
D
03/11/2024
Daniel
United States United States

One of my favorites

Fruity. Sweet. Very deep green flavor.

DJ
02/26/2024
Dave J.
United Kingdom United Kingdom

Quality and Delicious Umami Flavour 10/10

I tried this tea (KABUSECHA) and I am a real fan of a strong umami flavour. This has one of the best I've sampled so far. Made it according to guidance on pack and it did not disappoint. In fact the tea had the flavour profile as listed on the website but I felt the umami flavour I experienced was higher than a four. I am using a lightly glazed clay kyusu so don't know if this made a difference. Absolutely love it and will be buying lots more of this tea.

JT
02/06/2024
john t.
United Kingdom United Kingdom

Enjoyable

I've given 5 stars as I think the price for this tea is good value for money. It has quite a nice full bodies flavour to it and although not the most complex whilst drinking, it does have a very nice deep rich aftertaste on the tongue. So well worth trying in my view.

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