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Kumamoto Blended Wakoucha

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This is a beautiful daily drinking black tea produced by the Amano family in Minamata. Located in the Kumamoto Prefecture, Minamata is known for spearheading a push towards more biodynamic practices. In keeping with this approach, the Amano family works their land without the use of any chemical pesticides or fertilizers. Comprised of a blend of regional cultivars harvested at the beginning of the season, this tea showcases everything we love about the evolving category of Japanese black tea—fragrance, sweetness, and an elegantly crisp texture.

Tasting Notes

  • Flaxseed
  • Honey
  • Citrus peel

Information

Producer: The Amano Family
Cultivar: Blend
Production Area: Minamata, Kumamoto
Production Year: 2024
Packaging: 50g bag or 100g bag

  • Nutty
  • Fruity
  • Floral
  • Umami

This is a beautiful daily drinking black tea produced by the Amano family in Minamata. Located in the Kumamoto Prefecture, Minamata is known for spearheading a push towards more biodynamic practices. In keeping with this approach, the Amano family works their land without the use of any chemical pesticides or fertilizers. Comprised of a blend of regional cultivars harvested at the beginning of the season, this tea showcases everything we love about the evolving category of Japanese black tea—fragrance, sweetness, and an elegantly crisp texture.

Preparation

Hot

Water: 180ml (205°F)
Leaf Amount: 5g
Brew Time: 2 minutes

Iced

Water: 150ml
Leaf Amount: 6g (195F)
Brew Time: 2 minutes

Pour over ice

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The Amano Family

The Amano family runs their tea farm on the high plateaus between Kumamoto and Kagoshima, known as the “tea fields in the clouds.” Cultivating more than 20 tea varieties without pesticides or fertilizers, the Amano family focuses on sustainable, chemical-free production rooted in deep respect for the land. Today, they are celebrated for pioneering Japanese black tea, which now makes up the majority of their refined, high-elevation harvests.

An unwavering commitment to quality.

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