Black Line Japan Organic Sencha 250g

Puttabong Estate is one of the northernmost gardens in Darjeeling. The cold air of early spring is accompanied by intense sunshine, resulting in unique first flush quality. Summer temperatures range from 23°C to 25°C during the day and 15°C to 19°C at night. The plant stock is composed of 65% Thea Sinensis and 35% Thea Assamica. The total area of the tea garden is 892 ha, with only 437 ha under cultivation. The soils are sandy-loamy and the pH value is 4.5 to 5.5.

An exceptionally Fine tea with excellent value for money.

Gyokuro, also called "precious dew", is by far the best tea variety in Japan. Some even call it the best green tea in the world. It is cultivated with the greatest care. About three weeks before harvesting, the entire plantation is covered with reed mats or dark nets. The leaves , which thus develop in the dark, have a higher chlorophyll content. This gives them a dark green colour and a lower tannin content. This makes the taste particularly Aroma tic and mild. This shade tea is harvested only once a year, only the bud, and if quality permits, the first leaf. In Japan, Gyokuro is only served to honourable guests. In Europe, too, it has become one of the most precious tea s.

Sencha , the most widely drunk tea in Japan, is available in many quality grades. We offer a special top quality with a dark green leaf and a Fine, mild taste.