Green Tea has a fresh bright flavor that is surprisingly complex. Golden green to bright green in the cup, the flavor may range from vegetal and grassy, to a nutty, chestnut note.
Japanese Green Tea
is steamed to provide a delicate vegetal flavor. The Chinese Green Teas
are pan fired and more complex.
For full enjoyment of green tea, be observant of the water temperature and steep time. Water should be about 170 to 180 degrees F. When heating water in a kettle, wait 5 minutes after removing from the heat. Steep time is important as green tea tastes best when steeped between one and two minutes. Observe these suggestions and you will be rewarded with an exceptional tea experience.
Matcha
is ground green tea leaves and the soul of the Japanese Chado - The Way of Tea.