Tea is an essential part of Japanese food culture: from being a key element at tea ceremonies to being consumed for health and relaxation. Ocha literally translates to ‘tea’ in Japanese, however it refers to Japanese tea, which is almost always green tea. Japan is home to myriad varieties of ocha, and Shizuru is on a quest to introduce you to the best!
Shizuru sources ocha from the top tea estates across Japan, such as the renowned Kakegawa Estate known for its steamed green tea— so you know they mean business when they promise quality. Their top offerings include Gyokuro, the highest quality of Japanese green tea: sweet with a distinct and aromatic scent. After they initially develop, the tea leaves are shielded from direct sunlight for around 20 days. This unique procedure reduces astringency, resulting in premium-quality tea with improved flavour and various health advantages. Also worth a taste is Sencha. This steamed green tea with a characteristic green colour is the most widely drank tea in Japan. The tea's leaves are hand-picked and hand-rolled, giving it an almost mystical quality as they gently unfurl in hot water. It has a grassy or sea-weedy taste, and is perfect for a gentle energy boost! Lastly, we recommend Genmaicha, a fragrant green tea that is produced from roasted rice kernels and sencha tea leaves. It has a distinct toasted rice aroma and nutty flavour, and is suitable for people of all ages, from children to the elderly, due to its low caffeine level.
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