#0228.S5 Ashikubo Teaworks: Fukamushi Sencha The Steam King 足久保 蒸王

Harvested mid-May, and deep-steamed for a deep green color, and extra rich, sweet flavor.

Flavor profile

According to Ashikubo Teaworks 15 / 25

• Umami 3/5 (5 is strongest umami)
• Sweetness 3/5 (5 is sweetest)
• Astringency 3/5 (5 is least astringent)
• Bitterness 3/5 (5 is least bitter)
• Aroma 3/5 (5 is most aromatic)

Recommended Steeping

• First steeping
• Tea: 5 grams
• Time: 1 minute
• Water temperature: 70C / 158F
• Water amount: 200 ml
• 2nd steeping
• Time: 10 seconds (pour in, pour out)
• Water temperature: 90C / 194F
• Water amount: 200 ml
• 3rd steeping
• Time: 60 seconds (depending on desired strength)
• Water temperature: 90C / 194F
• Water amount: 200 ml

Product info

• Ingredients: Green tea
• Harvest: Spring
• Region: Ashikubo, Shizuoka
• Storage: Store airtight in cool, dry area away from sunlight. 
• Best quality if used within 1 month of opening. Learn more about quality preservation / long term storage.

About Ashikubo Teaworks

• Type: agricultural cooperative 
• Location: Ashikubo Village in the mountains of Shizuoka