On a winter morning, when the cold, crisp air seems to sharpen our senses, why not go for a walk with music in your pocket, a warm blanket, and some "008 Z1"? "008 Z1," a rare variety produced in Uji, the famous sencha-producing region, is known for its powerful yet sweet and refreshing floral aroma. During your break, quickly brew it in a mug with hot water. As you take a sip of the first infusion with its deep richness, you may feel a warmth kindling in your tongue and heart.
"008 Z1" Recipe for Winter Walks
Before heading out, fill a thermos mug with hot water so you can enjoy piping hot tea without waiting in the cold outdoors. Savor the cotton candy-like sweet aroma in the first infusion, and enjoy the floral fragrance in the second.
＜Ingredients＞
・Tea leaves "008 Z1" 4g
・Hot water (1st infusion) 90-95°C 110ml
・Hot water (2nd infusion) 80-85°C 110ml
＜Brewing Method＞
【1】Prepare the first infusion
Put the tea leaves in the teapot, pour in hot water from the thermos mug, steep for 20 seconds, then pour.
【2】Prepare the second infusion
For the second infusion, pour 110ml of slightly cooled 80-85°C water into the teapot, steep for 20 seconds, then pour, and it's ready!
As you feel the winter wind, listen to the Tsugaru shamisen in your ears and taste the flavorful sencha in your mouth. Why not let your thoughts wander to the scenery of Tsugaru?
This recipe is featured in "TOKYO TEA JOURNAL" VOL.17. You can view the special feature on the theme "The Old and New Sounds of Tsugaru Shamisen" from VOL.19 here.
