Sannen Bancha Tea Branch

Cultivar: Zairai
Grown from naturally cross-pollinated seeds, each tea tree boasts
unique flavor and aroma characteristics. The deep roots absorb
abundant minerals from the soil, contributing to the tea's distinctive profile.
 
Origin: Kawane, Shizuoka, Japan
Harvest Date: February 2024
Altitude: 300 meters

Tasting Notes:Enjoy the gentle aroma of roasting and the mild sweetness extracted from the teabranches. Low in caffeine, this tea is light and pairs well with meals.
 
Pesticides: No use for over 30 years, reflecting our commitment to clean and sustainable farming.
Fertilizer: No fertilizers used, thanks to the natural eco-cycle of plants and animals.
 
Production Process
Plucking: Large, mature tea branches are pruned using branch shears.
Cleaning: Moss and weeds are manually removed from the surface of the tea trees.
Cutting: The tea branches are fed into a chipper for fine chopping.
Sorting: Tea branches and leaves are sorted separately.
Roasting: The sorted tea branches and leaves are roasted separately using a
wood-fired drum stove. After roasting, the materials are spread out to cool and then
blended together.
 
Suggested Preparation:
Kyusu Style
Water Temperature: 100°C
Steeping Time: 2 minutes for each infusion.
Amount: 4 grams of tea leaves per 200 ml of water.
Kettle or Pot Style
Amount: 10 grams of tea leaves per 1 liter of water.
Boiling Time: About 10 minutes.