The new tea season has arrived once again. This time, we're introducing "Kuritawase", produced in Tanegashima, Kagoshima Prefecture.
With its subtle sweetness, refreshing aroma reminiscent of fresh greenery and early summer flowers, a fleeting hint of astringency, and a crisp aftertaste, it's truly a cup full of freshness characteristic of new tea.
When enjoyed alongside the "Seafood Chirashi" introduced by Yanaka Matsuzushi, it refreshes the palate with its crisp aroma after each bite of marinated sashimi and vinegared rice, making the next mouthful even more delicious.
New Tea "Kuritawase" and Seafood Chirashi
With its pale green color, it's visually refreshing too. This seasonal fresh tea offers a gentle spread of sweetness in the first infusion and a floral aromatic aftertaste in the second.
What You'll Need
・"Kuritawase" tea leaves 4g
・Water (first infusion) 73°C 120ml
・Water (second infusion) 80°C 120ml
Brewing Method
1/ Brew the first infusion
Pour 120ml of 73°C water over the tea leaves in the teapot, steep for 1 minute, then pour into a teacup and enjoy the sweetness.
2/ Brew the second infusion
For the second infusion, pour 120ml of 80°C water into the teapot, steep for 10 seconds, then pour into the teacup to finish.
TEA NOTES
As its name suggests, "Kuritawase" is an extremely early-maturing variety suitable for cultivation in warm regions. While it's a light and refreshing tea, it offers a complex yet elegant flavor profile with sweet aromas, umami, and a fleeting hint of green notes[1].
