"058 Harumidori" is characterized by its sweet, refined aroma and robust umami flavor.
It also has a crisp, refreshing taste, making it a perfect match for the sweetness of traditional Japanese sweets or the savory notes of dashi. When brewed with a generous amount of water, this recipe brings out a gentle flavor with a subtle green freshness, highlighting the delicious qualities of the tea.
It pairs beautifully with both red bean and kinako (roasted soybean flour) botamochi rice cakes.
Relax and Enjoy a Gentle Tea Time with Botamochi and "058 Harumidori"
What You'll Need
Tea leaves: "058 Harumidori" … 4g
Hot water (First brew): 65°C, 120ml
Hot water (Second brew): 75°C, 100ml
How to Brew
1 / Brew the First Infusion
Pre-warm your teacup with hot water (not included in the measurements). Add the tea leaves to a teapot, pour in 120ml of 65°C hot water, let it steep for 1 minute and 45 seconds, then pour into your cup.
2 / Brew the Second Infusion
Pour 100ml of 75°C hot water into the teapot, let it steep for 20 seconds, then add to your cup. Enjoy!
