The popular spring flavor tea "Cherry Blossom Sencha," which adds cherry blossom leaves to sencha, is back again this year!
You can enjoy the natural and elegant cherry blossom aroma both while brewing and drinking. Taking this tea along for a quick cherry blossom viewing in a nearby park might make you feel a bit more luxurious.
The gentle wafting scent of cherry blossom leaves naturally makes you want to pair it with something sweet. Enjoy the bounty of spring with a simple bagel sandwich filled with refreshing cream cheese and strawberry jam, which is just coming into season.
"Cherry Blossom Sencha" and Local Cherry Blossom Viewing
Brewing at a higher temperature brings out the maximum aroma. This recipe allows you to experience a moderate astringency and a rice-like sweetness.
What You'll Need
- Tea leaves "Cherry Blossom Sencha" 4g
- Hot water (1st infusion) 100°C 120ml
- Hot water (2nd infusion) 100°C 120ml
Brewing Method
【1】Brew the first infusion
Pour 120ml of 100°C water over the tea leaves in the teapot, steep for 45 seconds, then pour into a bottle.
【2】Brew the second infusion
Pour 120ml of 100°C water into the teapot, steep for 10 seconds, then add to the bottle.
TEA TALK
The blooming of cherry blossoms announces the end of the long winter and the arrival of the fruitful season. The reason we crave cherry blossom sweets like sakura mochi in spring might be because the desire to celebrate the arrival of spring and pray for a good harvest still remains in our hearts.
This "Cherry Blossom Sencha" uses real cherry blossom leaves instead of artificial flavoring, allowing you to enjoy a natural aroma and delicious taste.
