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Uji Sencha Otsuusan

Uji Sencha Otsuusan
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karigane sencha Tsuen Uji Green Tea Otsuusan
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It's O-Cha.com's pleasure to be able to provide you with the Tsuen blend "Otsuusan", from Japan's oldest teashop. A proprietary blend Yabukita breed karigane sencha, this is one "green" green tea! The stems from gyokuro leaves are added, giving this tea somewhat of a unique "tart", sharp taste. A bit sweeter and more green than Tsuen's similar "Musashi" version. Try it today!
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SKU 16146  
Weight 100.00 grams
Ease of Brewing Medium - Brew w/ care.
Grams / Ounces per Pkg 100g / 3.52
Growing Region 100% Uji (in Kyoto Prefecture)
Year Harvested 2011
Harvest First Harvest "Shincha"
Grown Under Full Sun
Steaming Medium-Deep
Color Deep Green
Aroma Strong
Taste Medium
Astringency Medium
Consistency Medium
# of first infusions per Pkg 22
Organic No
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Recommended Brew Temp 165F / 74C
Recommended Brew Time 1.0 minutes
Recommended Leaf to Water Ratio .7g per 1oz (30ml) water
Notes Supplied to us from Japan's oldest tea shop
 
Our price: ¥1500 ($18.64)
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a great tea, day in and day out
Posted by Jonathan Rodwin on 04/04/12
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I have been drinking this karigane sencha for almost 10 years since I first dried it when visiting Tsuen in Uji. Makes a wonderful daily tea -- I can drink it every day for weeks and not get tired of the taste. I particularly enjoy the astringency and somewhat tart taste -- it is nice to wake up to in the morning. A great value for the price.
Not a tea for everyone
Posted by Randall on 12/05/10
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This may be a very good example of karigane sencha, but it isn't for everyone. It has a very strong aftertaste that can be quite unpleasant; especially if one is expecting a smooth, sweet, grassy tea.

(Moderator's note: This tea is not classified as a grassy or sweet tea. As per our description, it has strong astringency and a "tart" taste. Regardless, your review is helpful for those who may be looking for something more grassy and sweet.)
Nice karigane sencha
Posted by O. Coclet on 03/01/09
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A very nice and affordable karigane sencha. I tend to brew it with more leaves than indicated on the package.
I tasted previously the teabag version of this tea (one of the best teabag I have tasted so far) but the leaf version is quite better.

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