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Sencha Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Sencha Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Sencha Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Sencha Tea - Scent Of Asia - Catch, Kogan, scent of asia, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™

Sencha Tea

$8.80

Sencha is Japan's everyday green tea and the standard for the country's steamed style. The fresh leaves are steam-fixed instead of pan-fired and rolled into long, aromatic strands.

Levels of steaming within sencha change flavour and texture slightly: asamushi is clearer and herbaceous when steamed; Fukamushi - fine from extra leaf breakage & steeps faster - plusher body, deeper colour and low bitterness brewed cool.

The cup result is clean and savoury-sweet - spinach and nori over soft citrus with a subtle umami finish. Good sencha should be precise and not grassy; Cool, shorten for a silky soft infusion or slightly longer for more body.

And it works all day long: a clear, food friendly morning brew or a focused afternoon pick me up - or a refreshing mizudashi that is almost unastringent. Those looking for a green tea that feels fresh, neat and uniquely Japanese will appreciate sencha's nuance without fuss.

organically grown Japan

Brewing

Western style (mug/pot)

2-3 g per 250 ml.

70-75 degC water

60-90 sec, then taste

Re-steep: 2-3 times; Add another 15-30 sec each round.

Gongfu style (gaiwan/kyusu)

6 - 8 g per 100-120 ml.

70-75 degC water

First infusion 8-12 sec; extend gently for 5-7 rounds (cutter still for fukamiushi).

Cold brew/iced brew (mizudashi).

5-8 g/L cold filtered water.

Cool 4-6 hours; strain; freeze. Naturally sweet & low in bitterness!

Ingredients

Camellia sinensis

Health Benefits

Polyphenols (catechins): Sencha supplies green-tea catechins that contribute to overall antioxidant intake. Recent reviews outline extraction/abundance of catechins in tea leaves. MDPI

Blood-pressure (modest): Meta-analyses of RCTs on green-tea beverages report small reductions in systolic/diastolic BP with regular intake. ScienceDirectNMCD Journal

Calm focus: RCT meta-analyses show tea’s L-theanine + caffeine combo can improve attention/alertness in healthy adults. Cambridge University Press & AssessmentOxford Academic

Oral health adjunct: Green-tea catechins can inhibit Streptococcus mutans acid production in lab studies; a supportive, not therapeutic, role. Karger
(General information only; not medical advice.)

Cautionary Notes

Caffeine - avoid at night if you're sensitive.

Tea may decrease non-HAEm iron absorption; Separate from iron-rich meals/supplements for 1-2 hours.

Some find green tea on an empty stomach nauseating - try with a light snack.

Unusual symptoms should be discontinued. Keep out of reach of kids.

Weight
Weight: 50g - Small
In stock, ready to ship

Pickup available at North St Marys Warehouse

Usually ready in 1 hour

Taste Profile

Aroma: It is fresh and vegetal with notes of cut grass, steamed greens and sea breeze.

Taste: Bright & clean, with light sweetness balanced by characteristic umami and light astringency.

Mouthfeel: Crisp and refreshing with a lightly drying finish.

Finish: A clean, savoury long finish with soft vegetal notes.

Liquor colour: A clear yellow-green to pale jade color.

Lovely with: Light meals - sushi, rice dishes - citrus or plain.

Common Questions

But what is Sencha Tea?
Sencha is Japan's most popular green tea - steamed tea leaves rolled and dried to keep their freshness.

Is it caffeinated?
Yes. Sencha has moderate caffeine -- less than black tea but more than most herbal infusions.

Are there added flavours or sugars?
No. It contains only tea leaves without flavours or sweeteners - pure sencha. Check the ingredients for blends.

Does it get reheated?
Yes - if pre-brewed gently reheat; avoid boiling. Or enjoy cold. Refrigerate immediately and consume within 24 hours.

How do I store it/how long does it keep?
Keep cool, dry and away from light. Sencha is good for 4 years when stored properly but best enjoyed sooner for maximum freshness and flavour.