Loose leaf tea "Kuki Sencha"

A delicate and comforting tea, with spicy and soothing aromas Discover a tea with a unique taste, where the natural sweetness of the stems blends with a slight touch of astringency. From the moment it's prepared, a spicy fragrance reminiscent of Japanese sansho pepper fills the air, promising a sensory experience full of warmth and refinement. Ideal for moments of relaxation, this tea can be enjoyed like a herbal infusion, perfect for a relaxing break. At the table, it pairs wonderfully with dishes with rich and herbaceous flavors, such as roasted chicken with herbs or creamy mushroom risotto. Want to share it? Be inspired by Ippodo's staff ritual: prepare several teapots with the same leaves and pour everything into a large carafe. Place it in the center of the table and enjoy this tea with your family throughout the meal. A tea that is both simple and refined, to be enjoyed alone or with company. --- Usage precautions Quantity for one teapot : 10g / 210ml (the tea can be reused 3 times!) Can be drunk hot or cold Water temperature: 100℃ (boiling water) Infusion time: 30 sec. With hot water, sencha becomes fresh and stimulating. Boiling water brings out a touch of astringency, so a quick infusion is key! --- Ippodo's origins date back three centuries, to 1717, when Rihei Watanabe founded his first shop called Omiya, near the Imperial Palace in Kyoto, specializing in the sale of tea and ceramics. In 1846, the shop was renamed Ippodo, which literally means "preserving a tradition." This name was given by Prince Yamashina, a great admirer of Ippodo tea, who wished for the shop to perpetuate one and the same tradition: offering high-quality tea. Since then, Ippodo has managed to adapt to changing times while remaining true to its commitment to excellence in Japanese tea. --- Features Japanese Green Tea "Kuki Sencha" Airtight bag of 80 grams Shelf life: between 3 and 6 months Produced and packaged in Japan.