Kabuse - Aoi

Kabuse (かぶせ) is a type of Japanese green tea shaded for about a week before harvest. Shading enhances its flavor with a sweeter taste and smoother texture, known for its vibrant green color and balanced umami.

This Aoi Kabuse tea is notable for its gentle aroma of roasted chestnuts and savory undertones. The flavor is light and mellow, with a refreshing finish. Its bright green color makes it visually appealing and pairs well with desserts, offering a subtle balance to sweetness. A straightforward and enjoyable example of Yame’s tea craftsmanship.

Yabeya Konomien Honke, the oldest family-owned tea merchant in Kyushu and credited with naming Yame-cha, has been processing and selling high-quality tea since the mid-Edo period. In 2017, their store and tea factory were registered as cultural assets of Yame City. They work closely with trusted Yame tea farms to source tea leaves under the guidance of their fourteenth-generation master. They offer only first-cropped tea leaves, ensuring each cup captures the authentic taste and aroma of Yame-cha.

Location: Yame, Fukuoka
Taste Profile: Fragrant (Roasted Chestnut)
Cultivar:  Blended (Yabukita, Yamaha, Okumidori)
Steaming Level: Deep (Fukamushi-cha)
Harvest Method: Machine-harvested

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Best for: After meals, as its clean, refreshing finish rounds out the dining experience.

How to brew:
- Use 6g of tea leaves. (2 servings)

- Add 110ml of 160°F water
- Steep the tea for 1 minute.

- Squeeze out every last drop before serving.

100g