Asanoka Shincha 2023

A rich and balanced First Flush sencha that gives a rich grassy aroma with a note of sweet Amalfi lemon.

From the first encounter with these lovely mountain tea leaves, we are amazed by the powerful aroma they produce. It is a very complex fragrance, but also very natural, without excessive sweetness. Steaming is minimal and rolling is perfectly mastered.

Shincha which means "freshly harvested tea", offers Japanese tea enthusiasts the freshest tasting and smelling Sencha of the year. Our 2021 Asanoka shincha is grown in Kakegawa, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is lightly steamed (Asamusicha) and has a beautifully fragrant green leaf when brewed. Oatmeal aroma with a sweet Amalfi lemon finish, a rich and balanced First Flush Sencha.

This tea is made from the Yabukita cultivar, which is one of the most famous varieties of tea plants. The aroma of the brew contrasts with the leaves, which are very fresh, without fullness. However, it shows a different strength and depth.