{"product_id":"sencha-tea-bulk","title":"Sencha Tea Bulk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSencha is Japan's everyday green tea and the standard for the country's steamed style. The fresh leaves are steam-fixed instead of pan-fired and rolled into long, aromatic strands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLevels of steaming within sencha change flavour and texture slightly: asamushi is clearer and herbaceous when steamed; Fukamushi - fine from extra leaf breakage \u0026amp; steeps faster - plusher body, deeper colour and low bitterness brewed cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup result is clean and savoury-sweet - spinach and nori over soft citrus with a subtle umami finish. Good sencha should be precise and not grassy; Cool, shorten for a silky soft infusion or slightly longer for more body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it works all day long: a clear, food friendly morning brew or a focused afternoon pick me up - or a refreshing mizudashi that is almost unastringent. Those looking for a green tea that feels fresh, neat and uniquely Japanese will appreciate sencha's nuance without fuss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eorganically grown Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour and Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steam greens, nori, sweetgrass, light citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clean umami, pear\/melon notes, light sweetness, crisp mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e: light-medium, satin-smooth (deeper with fukamushi).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness\/astringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e very low when brewed cold; rises if overheated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea from Camellia sinensis - 100%. No added flavours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaffeine level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight-moderate (depending on leaf and steep time).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern style (mug\/pot)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2-3 g per 250 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70-75 degC water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60-90 sec, then taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRe-steep: 2-3 times; Add another 15-30 sec each round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu style (gaiwan\/kyusu)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 - 8 g per 100-120 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70-75 degC water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst infusion 8-12 sec; extend gently for 5-7 rounds (cutter still for fukamiushi).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold brew\/iced brew (mizudashi).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-8 g\/L cold filtered water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool 4-6 hours; strain; freeze. Naturally sweet \u0026amp; low in bitterness!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to drink\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorning through afternoon; Perfect for sushi \/ rice dishes \/ light salads \/ simple biscuits. A summer staple is cold brew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2562\" data-start=\"2339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2367\" data-start=\"2339\"\u003ePolyphenols (catechins):\u003c\/strong\u003e Sencha supplies green-tea catechins that contribute to overall antioxidant intake. Recent reviews outline extraction\/abundance of catechins in tea leaves. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2297-8739\/11\/6\/171?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2297-8739\/11\/6\/171?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eMDPI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2748\" data-start=\"2565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2593\" data-start=\"2565\"\u003eBlood-pressure (modest):\u003c\/strong\u003e Meta-analyses of RCTs on green-tea beverages report small reductions in systolic\/diastolic BP with regular intake. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0965229919316899?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0965229919316899?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eScienceDirect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.nmcd-journal.com\/article\/S0939-4753%2822%2900247-2\/fulltext?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nmcd-journal.com\/article\/S0939-4753%2822%2900247-2\/fulltext?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eNMCD Journal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2918\" data-start=\"2751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2766\" data-start=\"2751\"\u003eCalm focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCT meta-analyses show tea’s \u003cstrong data-end=\"2821\" data-start=\"2796\"\u003eL-theanine + caffeine\u003c\/strong\u003e combo can improve attention\/alertness in healthy adults. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.cambridge.org\/core\/services\/aop-cambridge-core\/content\/view\/1F0ABB804FC3E74DCC0799E0403627DD\/S0029665124005202a.pdf\/div-class-title-the-effects-of-tea-camellia-sinensis-or-its-bioactive-compounds-l-theanine-or-l-theanine-plus-caffeine-on-cognition-sleep-and-mood-in-healthy-participants-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-randomised-controlled-trials-div.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cambridge.org\/core\/services\/aop-cambridge-core\/content\/view\/1F0ABB804FC3E74DCC0799E0403627DD\/S0029665124005202a.pdf\/div-class-title-the-effects-of-tea-camellia-sinensis-or-its-bioactive-compounds-l-theanine-or-l-theanine-plus-caffeine-on-cognition-sleep-and-mood-in-healthy-participants-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-randomised-controlled-trials-div.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eCambridge University Press \u0026amp; Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/nutritionreviews\/advance-article\/doi\/10.1093\/nutrit\/nuaf054\/8123998?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/nutritionreviews\/advance-article\/doi\/10.1093\/nutrit\/nuaf054\/8123998?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eOxford Academic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3159\" data-start=\"2921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2945\" data-start=\"2921\"\u003eOral health adjunct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green-tea catechins can inhibit \u003cem data-end=\"3000\" data-start=\"2978\"\u003eStreptococcus mutans\u003c\/em\u003e acid production in lab studies; a supportive, not therapeutic, role. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" alt=\"https:\/\/karger.com\/cre\/article-pdf\/57\/3\/255\/4047334\/000534055.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/karger.com\/cre\/article-pdf\/57\/3\/255\/4047334\/000534055.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eKarger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3110\" data-start=\"3107\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"3159\" data-start=\"3110\"\u003e(General information only; not medical advice.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth-related notes (general)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensitivity varies. For reflux-prone people or those just learning sencha, cool water and keep steeps short. Enjoy as a part of a healthy diet and regular hydration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCautionary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine - avoid at night if you're sensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea may decrease non-HAEm iron absorption; Separate from iron-rich meals\/supplements for 1-2 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome find green tea on an empty stomach nauseating - try with a light snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnusual symptoms should be discontinued. Keep out of reach of kids.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and Shelf Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore airtight, cool, dark and dry, away from odours. Best within 12-18 months; Use within 1 hour of opening for best freshness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo why was my sencha bitter?\u003cbr\u003eMost likely too hot or too long-drop to 70-75 degC and steep 1 minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is sencha vs matcha?\u003cbr\u003eSencha has leafy roots. 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