Juniper berries are the spice used to flavor the distilled spirit "gin". Their refreshing, spicy aroma and taste seem perfect for cooling down the midsummer heat. This "Juniper Berry Tea" blends juniper berries with "Okumidori", known for its soft aroma and sweetness. For a complementary sweet, we recommend summer fruits with rich sweetness, like mango. The gentle flavor of the tea and the aroma of juniper berries will give the tropical mango aftertaste a crisp, refreshing finish.
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With a smooth texture and a floral aroma, "Okumidori" has a somewhat moist impression. Even when combined with the impactful aroma of juniper berries, its gentle presence can still be clearly felt.
Enjoy this slightly luxurious refreshing tea, perfect for a midsummer afternoon tea time.
＜Ingredients＞
4g of "Juniper Berry Tea" leaves
100ml of 80°C water (for the first infusion)
50ml of 80°C water (for the second infusion)
An appropriate amount of ice cubes
＜Preparation＞
【1】Quick-cool the first infusion
Put the tea leaves in a teapot, pour 100ml of 80°C water, and steep for 1 minute. Pour into a glass server filled with ice cubes and stir to quick-cool.
【2】Add the second infusion
Again, pour 50ml of 80°C water into the teapot, steep for 20 seconds, then add it to the glass server and stir. It's ready!
The tingling aroma of Juniper Berry Tea and its refreshing sensation when tasted perfectly complement the juicy sweetness of mango. The spicy aroma creates a tropical mood.
This recipe was featured in "TOKYO TEA JOURNAL" VOL.28. You can view the special feature on the theme "Light, Color, and Glass" from VOL.28 here.
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