Japanese Tea

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Japanese tea: Delicious and invigorating Japanese tea is considered one of the world's finest teas. Its quality, taste and health benefits are remarkable. In Japan, the preparation and consumption of tea are sacred. So much so that this hot beverage has its own ceremony known as Chanoyu. Let the flavours of our Japanese teas take you on a delicious journey to the Land of the Rising Sun! Which Japanese green tea to choose? In Japan, the culture of green tea dominates. This type of unfermented tea is characterized by its herbal flavor, slight bitterness, nutty and sometimes iodized notes. What kind of tea do the Japanese drink? There are many varieties of green tea. The most well-known Japanese teas are sencha, gyokuro, matcha and bancha. The Japanese drink sencha and bancha daily, while matcha and gyokuro are reserved for special occasions. Japanese sencha green tea Sencha accounts for ¾ of Japan's tea culture. It's a tea variety much appreciated throughout the world. After harvesting, the leaves are steamed, rolled and then dried to give this characteristic elongated shape. Sencha is distinguished by its fresh, grassy taste. The Japanese enjoy this beverage either hot or cold, at any time of day. Matcha, a powder with many benefits Matcha is a traditional Japanese tea of superior quality, harvested by hand and ground to a powder. It is traditionally served at the Chanoyu tea ceremony. This finely ground Japanese green tea is distinguished by its unique preparation and taste. It is also highly prized for its benefits and relaxing effect! Its richness in antioxidants and nutrients gives it exceptional qualities. Some even use it to lose weight! Matcha powder is mixed with hot water using a chasen (bamboo whisk). The result is a bright green beverage with a frothy texture and savory notes. Japanese matcha tea is then served in a chawan bowl to better appreciate its unique aromas. Matcha is also used in many recipes by Michelin-starred chefs. The exquisite taste of nobl