Saga Award Winner Tsuyuhikari Tamaryokucha

This new tea is a part of the teas discovered by Leo during his 2024 tea trip to Japan in May. Very limited quantity. Very smooth and umami. Thick body. Easy to drink. Sweet cucumber with a sweet vegetable-like taste.

This Saga's award-winning Tsuyuhikari Shincha, a truly unique and delightful green tea. This shincha, known for its first harvest of the season, presents an enchanting flavor profile that sets it apart from other green teas.

Saga and Ureshino Area:

Saga Prefecture, especially the Ureshino area, is renowned for its exceptional tea production. Ureshino's unique climate and fertile soil create the perfect environment for cultivating high-quality tea. The gentle mist and abundant rainfall in the region contribute to the distinctive characteristics of Saga teas. Compared to Nagasaki, which is just a short distance away, Saga's tea-growing areas offer a slightly different terroir, resulting in subtle variations in flavor and aroma. The two regions, separated by a scenic journey through the Kyushu countryside, each bring their unique touch to the art of tea cultivation.

Flavor Profile:

The Saga Award-Winning Tsuyuhikari Shincha presents a harmonious blend of flavors that begins with a subtle sweetness reminiscent of fresh cucumber, followed by a creamy, buttery note akin to butternut squash. This delightful combination results in a well-rounded, medium-bodied tea that perfectly balances lightness and substance, providing a rich and satisfying drinking experience.

Tsuyuhikari:

Tsuyuhikari, translating to "dew light," is a hybrid tea cultivar developed from the Shizu-Inzatsu 131 and Asatsuyu varieties. It is celebrated for its distinctive umami and sweetness, providing a smooth and mellow drinking experience. This cultivar thrives in the fertile, misty hills of Saga, where the optimal growing conditions contribute to its exceptional quality.

Appearance:

One of the most striking features of this Tsuyuhikari Shincha is its beautiful jade green color. The vibrant hue is a testament to the tea's freshness and quality, inviting you to indulge in its visual appeal before savoring its rich flavors.

Brewing Instructions:

For the best experience, we recommend brewing 5 grams of Tsuyuhikari Shincha in a 250ml kyusu (traditional Japanese teapot) at a temperature of 165°F (74°C) for about one minute. This careful brewing process will ensure that you extract the full spectrum of flavors and aromas from the tea leaves, delivering a perfect cup every time.

Enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and the captivating color of Saga's award-winning Tsuyuhikari Shincha, a tea that promises a delightful and memorable experience with every sip.