Sencha Chumushi Midway

Cultivar: Tsuyuhikari
Tsuyuhikari, born from Asatsuyu, often referred to as "Natural
Gyokuro," and Shizu-7123, known for its distinctive sakura-like
fragrance, is an excellent cultivar celebrated for its superb
balance of flavor and aroma.
Origin: Kawane, Shizuoka, Japan
Harvest Date: May 2024
Altitude: 630 meters
Pesticides: No use for over 30 years, reflecting our commitment
to clean and sustainable farming.
Fertilizer: Only organic fertilizers are used to sustainably
nourish the tea plants.
Plucking: Employs single-rider tea harvesting machines to ensure efficient and
precise leaf collection.
Steaming: Middle steaming (Chumushi) technique used to add a slight robustness to
the delicacy typically found in Asamushi steamed teas.
Rolling/Drying: The leaves are shaped slightly shorter than the classic needle shape
of Asamushi, improving extraction rates and ensuring ease of brewing for everyone.
Roasting Level:
Medium to high roast to maximize the umami and aroma of Tsuyuhikari, achieving
the perfect temperature to enhance these qualities.
Tasting Notes:
Enjoy an elegant aroma paired with a comforting umami taste. This tea offers a
well-balanced flavor that is suitable for any time and setting, making it a versatile
choice for all tea lovers.
Suggested Preparation:
Water Temperature: 􏚹􏚱°C
Steeping Time: 􏚷􏚱 seconds for the first infusion, 􏚴􏚱 seconds for subsequent infusions.
Amount: 􏚵 grams of tea leaves per 􏚳􏚱􏚱 ml of water.