“Another go to Sencha for me. The leaves are just a bit larger due to the cultivar, and it’s lovely. At 167f for 2 minutes on the first infusion, the lime green liquor gives me a unique floral and...” Read full tasting note
“Another green tea I got from CS. I was intrigued by the description, and the tea didn’t disappoint – it is indeed quite unique for a Japanese green tea. The floral aspects are very strong, mostly...” Read full tasting note
Cultivar: Koshun
Producer: M. Izawa
Altitude: 400m
This Sencha from Shizuoka region comes from a rare cultivar called Koshun and is known for its intense floral bouquet.
The infusion of its large beautiful leaves produces a full and silky liquor, slightly tangy, evoking sorrel. Rich aromas of white flowers (lilies), citrus zest and almond coexist with its herbaceous character.
Well balanced, this tea offers a remarkably long persistence.
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