Sencha Okuyame 50g

Okuyame Sencha: A Sweet and Umami-Rich Japanese Green Tea

Okuyame Sencha, crafted in Yame City of Fukuoka Prefecture, is a first-harvest tea from April 2024. It is made using a blend of cultivars, predominantly Yabukita and Tsuyuhikari, grown at an elevation of 200m. Yabukita, the most famous Japanese tea cultivar, accounts for nearly two-thirds of Japan’s tea production due to its high yield, early germination, and resilience to environmental challenges.

This Sencha combines intense grassy-floral aromas, a nutty touch, and a mellow, sweet flavor profile, making it a quintessential representation of Yame’s tea-growing excellence.

Description

Leaf Appearance and Aroma

• Leaves: Thin, green fragments of twisted leaves, showcasing the craftsmanship of Japanese Sencha.
• Dry Aroma: Intensive, with grassy-floral notes and a hint of nuttiness.
• Heated Leaves: Enhanced kombu and nutty aromas emerge.
• Wet Leaves: Between infusions, the bouquet shifts to reveal aromas of green grapes, mango, and fresh legumes like sweet peas.

Liquor

• Appearance: Transparent, with a bright yellowish-green hue.
• Bouquet: Fresh, grassy-floral with a pronounced nutty note.
• Fragrance: Intense and inviting.

Flavor Profile

• Taste:
  • Full-bodied, mellow, oily, and sweet, with a consistent, leguminous character.
  • A delicate bitterness adds depth, while the lingering aftertaste leaves a refreshing finish.
• Aromas:
  • Grassy-floral notes dominate, with hints of kombu, mango, and peanuts.
  • Subtle sweetness reminiscent of honey rounds out the profile.

Tea Details

• Origin: Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture
• Harvest: First flush, April 2024
• Elevation: 200m
• Cultivar: Blend, primarily Yabukita and Tsuyuhikari

Brewing Instructions

Western Brewing

• Temperature: 75°C
• Tea-to-Water Ratio: 5g per 250ml
• Steeping Times:
  1. First infusion: 1–1.5 minutes
  2. Second infusion: 20–30 seconds
  3. Third infusion: 2 minutes

100ml Brewing

• Temperature: 75°C
• Tea-to-Water Ratio: 4g per 100ml
• Steeping Process:
  1. First Infusion: Brew for 40–50 seconds.
  2. Second Infusion: Brew for 15 seconds.
  3. Subsequent Infusions: Add 10 seconds for each additional steeping.

Brewing Notes

For Japanese green teas, pour the infusion through a strainer to ensure a smooth and clean cup.

Why Choose Okuyame Sencha?

With its sweet, umami-rich flavor and vibrant grassy-floral aromas, Okuyame Sencha is a standout choice for green tea enthusiasts. Its use of the Yabukita cultivar, prized for its balance and productivity, ensures a full-bodied yet delicate experience.