Yuzu Kukicha - 50g Loose Leaf Green Tea

Tea Origin - Kyushu, Japan.

Food Paring - Roast chicken, tempura vegetables, fish'n'chips

Taste Profile - Toasted nori, buttered artichoke hearts, grapefruit.

This tea is enhanced with dried yuzu fruit and a little amount of matcha powder, and it is made from the stalks and stems of tea leaves. We adore its faint citrus undertones, umami artichoke tastes, and toasted nori-like scents.

Japan's Yuzu Kukicha
Kukicha, sometimes called Bōcha, is an authentic example of Japanese tea excellence. It's also a prime illustration of Japanese sustainability and efficiency. Following the producers' harvest, the tea leaves are brought to tea masters, also known as "Chashi," for roasting and blending. The residual leaf stems and stalks were discovered by the Chashi to still be flavorful and to make a lovely tea on their own. We chose this delectable Kukicha, which has matcha powder sprinkled on top and tart dried yuzu fruit bits. This is a pleasantly unusual and calming tea that is high in calming theanine.

The most southwesterly of Japan's main islands is Kyūshū. It's a beautiful location with pristine Pacific shoreline, verdant plains, and southern volcanic peaks; it also produces some of Japan's most sought-after cuisine and beverages. Kagoshima prefecture is located south of Kyūshū and is centered around the active volcano Sakurajima and a deep bay. The warm, humid, and mineral-rich soils of this region are ideal for growing organic green tea, which is why it is well-known for its superior quality. Kagoshima is also well known for its superior quality produce, especially its seedless citrus fruits (this area is home to the town of Satsuma).