“Sip down! Wow, there was quite a bit of tea for 2oz, I even tea traded some away. Anyways, I’m having this iced, which came out lemony grapefruit bitter tart with lots of grassy matcha. I’m...” Read full tasting note
“I think I could become very fond of this tea. When I opened the package there were the familiar bright green twigs of kukicha, along with small yellow-orange flecks of yuzu and green matcha powder...” Read full tasting note
“Special thanks to Alphakitty for this one! I’ve enjoyed Yuzu lately. I think it especially goes good with green teas – both vegetal and sweet greens. This follows suit. It’s sweet-yuzu-orangish...” Read full tasting note
“I may add more, or adjust the rating, since this is just my initial impression, however, without further adieu — The dry leaf smells nice, definitely citrusy. The leaf after infusion is really...” Read full tasting note
Our Yuzu Kukicha is made with first flush Kukicha, dried Yuzu chips, and a hint of Matcha. Yuzu is not usually consumed by itself due to its sourness; instead, its rind is used as a garnish or small slivers are added to dishes to enhance their flavor. Since Yuzu is usually available only in the winter in Japan, we are supplying this tea only until the end of January or while supplies last.
•Origin: Shizuoka
•Harvest: First Flush
•Species: Yabukita
Yuzu is distinct from lemons, limes, or any other Western citrus fruit. The impressive mild green vegetable flavor of Kukicha is perked up by the unique citrus flavor while the Matcha adds a little sweetness.
Water: 3oz @ 180F
Leaves: 2 grams or 1 rounded teaspoon
Steep: 60 sec
2nd Cup: Water boiled; Steep 15 sec
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