Kukicha

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A refined, understated green tea made from the stems and stalks of shade-grown tea plants — with a scattering of leaf — from Yame, Fukuoka: one of Japan's most respected tea region s, particularly celebrated for its gyokuro and premium sencha. Lightly steamed and gently roasted, kukicha carries all the elegance of the leaf it comes from, expressed in a softer, more forgiving register — and with naturally lower caffeine. A quiet, comforting cup — a natural choice for late afternoons, evenings, or anyone seeking the subtlety of Japanese green tea without the pull of caffeine. The liquor pours a clear golden-green, opening with a soft, nutty aroma reminiscent of toasted cereal. The palate is creamy and rounded — a gentle vegetal sweetness carried by a silky mouthfeel, finishing clean and mellow. Show more