Japanese Green Tea Online Blog
Can I use cream, sugar, honey or sweeteners?
Sure. There are no rules. Green tea is, however, unlike black tea in that it is meant to be consumed straight. These additives will only add unwanted calories or, with...
Can I use cream, sugar, honey or sweeteners?
Sure. There are no rules. Green tea is, however, unlike black tea in that it is meant to be consumed straight. These additives will only add unwanted calories or, with...
How many cups can I prepare from 1 bag/canister...
Gyokuro and Sencha 1 bag is usually 100g (3.5 ounces). 1-2 level teaspoons for 120 to 240cc (4 to 8 ounces depending on how strong you like your tea) of...
How many cups can I prepare from 1 bag/canister...
Gyokuro and Sencha 1 bag is usually 100g (3.5 ounces). 1-2 level teaspoons for 120 to 240cc (4 to 8 ounces depending on how strong you like your tea) of...
Japanese & Chinese Tea Differences
Japanese and Chinese green tea both come from the Camellia sinensis tea plant. The main difference is the way the leaves are processed. Chinese harvesters pan-fry the leaves in a large wok....
Japanese & Chinese Tea Differences
Japanese and Chinese green tea both come from the Camellia sinensis tea plant. The main difference is the way the leaves are processed. Chinese harvesters pan-fry the leaves in a large wok....
Drinking Green Tea vs. Extract & Supplements
High concentrations of catechins and caffeine in green tea extract can be harmful A recent study by the American College of Gastroenterology concluded that green tea extract, a common ingredient in weight-loss pills, is unsafe...
Drinking Green Tea vs. Extract & Supplements
High concentrations of catechins and caffeine in green tea extract can be harmful A recent study by the American College of Gastroenterology concluded that green tea extract, a common ingredient in weight-loss pills, is unsafe...
High-Quality Gyokuro is Aged
High quality gyokuro leaves are (unlike sencha) aged to create a tea renowned for its distinct taste and aroma. This aging blends and mellows the flavenoids and other organic compounds...
High-Quality Gyokuro is Aged
High quality gyokuro leaves are (unlike sencha) aged to create a tea renowned for its distinct taste and aroma. This aging blends and mellows the flavenoids and other organic compounds...
Tea Varieties
Sencha, gyokuro, and matcha are unique teas. The differences are in the way they are cultivated, harvested, and prepared. Sencha About 75% of all tea harvested in Japan is graded as sencha. Sencha varies...
Tea Varieties
Sencha, gyokuro, and matcha are unique teas. The differences are in the way they are cultivated, harvested, and prepared. Sencha About 75% of all tea harvested in Japan is graded as sencha. Sencha varies...