China Sencha Green Tea - 125g

CHINA SENCHA GREEN TEA
Experience the fresh, grassy flavour of Sencha Green Tea, a classic celebrated for its delicate sweetness and invigorating character. Each leaf is carefully steamed and expertly rolled, preserving its vibrant green colour and natural antioxidants, delivering a smooth, refreshing cup that soothes and revitalizes. This tea is perfect for everyday enjoyment, offering subtle umami notes and a gentle, clean finish that invites moments of calm and mindfulness.

China Sencha Green Tea is inspired by traditional Japanese Sencha but produced in China, primarily in Zhejiang, Anhui, and Fujian provinces. The leaves are steamed to prevent oxidation, rolled into fine, needle-like shapes, and dried to lock in flavour and nutrients. Unlike pan-fired Chinese teas, this method retains the bright colour and fresh, grassy taste, while Chinese terroir subtly influences the character.

Originating in Japan during the 18th century, Sencha was later adapted by Chinese artisans in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, it is enjoyed globally for its vibrant taste, elegant aroma, and timeless appeal.

Sencha green tea is a nutrient-rich, steamed Japanese green tea packed with antioxidants (especially EGCG) that boost metabolism, enhance immune function, and support heart health. It provides a calm, focused energy boost due to moderate caffeine and L-theanine, while also promoting youthful skin and improved oral health.

How to Brew Sencha Green Tea
1. Measure the Tea – Use 1 teaspoon (about 2 grams) of loose leaf Sencha for each 200ml cup of water. Adjust slightly for a stronger or lighter infusion.
2. Heat the Water – Bring fresh water to a boil, then let it cool to around 75–80°C (167–176°F). Water that is too hot can make the tea bitter.
3. Add the Leaves – Place the Sencha leaves in a teapot or infuser.
4. Pour and Steep – Pour the hot water over the leaves and steep for 1–2 minutes. Steep for 1 minute for a light, delicate flavour or up to 2 minutes for a fuller, more robust taste.
5. Serve and Enjoy – Pour the tea into cups immediately. Sencha leaves can typically be re-steeped 1–2 more times, adding slightly more steeping time with each infusion.