Premium Sencha Green Tea – 3.5 oz Tin
Celebrate the refined character of Japanese green tea with our Premium Sencha from Shizuoka, Japan—one of the country’s most celebrated tea-growing regions. Harvested during the first flush of early spring, this higher-grade sencha is prized for its fresh aroma, delicate vegetal sweetness, and pleasantly clean finish.
The young leaves are carefully processed to preserve their vivid green appearance and naturally refreshing flavor. When brewed at the recommended lower temperature, the tea produces a bright, balanced cup with gentle grassy notes, subtle umami, and mild sweetness without excessive bitterness.
Presented in a handsome 3.5 oz tin, Premium Sencha makes a thoughtful tea gift for anyone who appreciates authentic Japanese green tea. It is especially well suited for sencha enthusiasts, tea collectors, hosts, coworkers, and friends who enjoy quiet daily rituals. The reusable tin also helps protect the leaves from light and moisture while creating an attractive, ready-to-give presentation.
Whether enjoyed as a morning refreshment, an afternoon tea, or part of a carefully selected Japanese tea gift set, this first-flush sencha offers an elegant introduction to the craftsmanship and distinctive flavors of Shizuoka tea.
Features
- Higher-grade Japanese sencha
- First-flush leaves harvested in early spring
- Grown in Shizuoka, Japan
- Fresh, delicate, and gently vegetal character
- Packaged in a reusable 3.5 oz tea tin
- An elegant gift for Japanese green tea lovers
- Delicious served hot or chilled
Why We Love It
We love this sencha for its balance of freshness, gentle sweetness, and savory depth. Its attractive tin makes it easy to give as a standalone present or combine with a Japanese teacup, teapot, or matcha bowl to create a personalized tea gift set.
Flavor Profile
- Aroma: Fresh greens and steamed leaves
- Taste: Delicate vegetal sweetness with subtle umami
- Body: Light to medium
- Finish: Clean, refreshing, and gently brisk
Traditional Consumption & Cultural Use
Sencha is one of the most widely enjoyed styles of green tea in Japan. It is traditionally served in homes, workplaces, restaurants, and during visits with guests. Unlike powdered matcha, sencha leaves are steeped in water and then removed before drinking. Careful control of water temperature and steeping time is an important part of preparing a smooth, balanced cup.
Brewing Instructions
- Use approximately 1 teaspoon of tea per 8 oz of water.
- Heat fresh water to 165°F (74°C).
- Steep for 2 minutes.
- Strain the leaves and enjoy.
Avoid boiling water, which may make the tea overly bitter. The leaves may be steeped again using a slightly shorter brewing time. Adjust the amount of tea and steeping time according to taste.
Ingredients
Premium first-flush sencha green tea from Shizuoka, Japan.
