Sencha Okumidori is a distinctive Japanese green tea made from the Okumidori tea cultivar. The name Okumidori literally means "deep green," referring to the beautiful, rich green color of its tea leaves.
This tea is known for its delicate flavor, gentle vegetal notes, and subtle natural sweetness. Its delicate umami creates a full, rounded taste experience, while the refreshing finish keeps the tea pleasantly light and elegant.
Single cultivar (Okumidori), single origin top quality sencha by tea producer Otsuka. Beautiful, fragrant, silky, fine needle-shaped deep green leaves. In the cup a pale-yellow liquid. Kabuse (shaded). Sweet, round taste, lots of umami.
Water temperature: 60°C. Use 3-4 g per small cup. 1-2 min. Second infusion max 10 sec at hotter water temperature.
