Kukicha - Yame no Sato

Made from the stems of first-flush (shincha) sencha, Kukicha Yame no Sato features a golden liquid color, floral-like aroma, and a refreshing, mellow sweetness with minimal grassy notes. Rich in amino acids, it resists astringency even with hot water and is high in Vitamin C. An excellent choice for a light and soothing daily tea.

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
Cultivar:  Blended (Saemidori, Yabukita, Yutakamidori)
Steaming Level: Deep (Fukamushi-cha)

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Best for: As an everyday tea, thanks to its easy brewing and pleasant taste.

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

- Add 110ml of 170°F water
- Steep the tea for 1 minute.

- Squeeze out every last drop before serving.

100g