Diamond Leaf - Organic Japanese Green Tea

<h3>Shincha 2023 - Spring in the cup!</h2> Shincha - the "new tea" heralds the beginning of the tea year every spring. The first tea from the fine, particularly aromatic leaf tips, which are harvested in the subtropical climate of Kagoshima already in mid-April. This year, however, it was particularly exciting: a late frost at the beginning of April severely impacted some plants of the early cultivars, so that the harvest quantity was significantly reduced in these cases. Until the first tasting, we were unsure how much this would show in the taste. Fortunately, a total of 14 tea cultivars grow at KEIKO Organic Farm, and our colleagues on site did a masterful job of determining the right harvest time, choosing the steaming intensity and drying degree, and last but not least, blending the teas. <h3>Flavour:</h3> The composition of Shincha Classic has also been re-determined. Included now also here, in addition to the cultivar Yutaka Midori, is a share of the cultivar Sae Midori. The combination results in a full-bodied, smooth aroma with fine umami. <h3>Cultivars:</h3> 70% Yutaka Midori from KEIKO Organic Farm in Kawanabe and from Komaki brothers, both Chiran. 30% Sae Midori from Komaki brothers, Chiran. Specifics</h3> In order to capture the fresh aroma in the best possible way, Shincha is dried slightly lighter in the final processing step than is usually the case with Sencha. <br><b>Kabusecha</b> is green tea, for the production of which the tea plants are shaded for a period of 7-10 days before harvesting, as a result of which they develop a high content of chlorophyll and other active substances and at the same time few bitter substances. Their characteristic "shade aroma" is called "ooika". Early pickings such as Shincha Classic also have a particularly high theanine content, which is noticeable in the sweet taste. <h3>Preparation</h3> We recommend an infusion temperature of about 60-65°C. Let the first infusion steep for about 1 minute. Afterwards, a few seconds are enough to elicit the aroma from the leaves. For the last infusion, you can increase the infusion time a little to bring out the full flavour. Should the tea turn out stronger than desired, you can simply adjust the flavour intensity by adding a little more water. Intensely steamed early pickings are particularly well suited for cold infusions. Even with cold water, Shincha Yume develops a particularly silky texture and refreshing clarity after about 5 minutes of infusion. The sweet theanine notes also come out particularly well, as the bitter substances do not dissolve as strongly in cold water. <h3>Storage</h3> To best preserve the valuable flavours and ingredients of the tea, please seal the bag tightly and store in a cool, dark place in the fridge or freezer.

Tenbu Fuka, Tenbu = "dance in heaven", is picked in mid-April. In the cup of deepest dark green, in the echo truly "infinite". Even for connoisseurs of top quality green teas a surprise and in Japan a rarity.   Kabusecha Kabusecha is a green tea for which the tea plants are shaded, thus forming a high content of chlorophyll and other active ingredients and at the same time little bitter substances. Their characteristic "shade aroma" is called "ooika". Fukamushicha   Like many KEIKO teas, this is an intensively steamed tea (Fukamushi-cha, 100 - 120 seconds steaming time). Due to the gentle steaming process, the leaf pores open and the extracts from the tea leaf reach the water more easily and quickly. This can be recognized by the deep green tea colour in the cup and the yield of the tea - with top qualities up to 4 infusions are possible! Cold Brew       Intensively steamed early pickings are also particularly suitable for cold infusions (Mizudashi or Cold Brew). By infusing the leaves with cold water you will get an intensive and refreshing tea after only a few minutes. Since the bitter substances do not dissolve as strongly in cold water, the sweet aromas of the Kabusecha are especially noticeable. Storage In order to preserve the precious flavours and ingredients of the tea as best as possible, we recommend to seal the bag well and store it cool and dark - ideally in your refrigerator or freezer. 

Item No. 60000.1 The info brochure offers an overview of the KEIKO Green Tea products as well as background information on cultivation, processing and preparation of the tea. Language: German

Item no. 34001.1 It's back - and now it's coming out big! With 70g per bar and reinforced by the Matcha Classic Genmai variant!Using green tea from the KEIKO organic farm in Kagoshima/Japan, Edelmond Manufaktur produces these extraordinary chocolate creations according to the "bean to bar" concept from the bean to the finished bar in the family business. In some cases, historic chocolate machines are still used and the chocolate is conched for 2 days to achieve a special creaminess.Only the best, fairly traded Grand Cru organic cocoa beans, high-quality organic raw cane sugar, organic whole milk powder and, of course, the finest KEIKO green tea go into the chocolate.These exquisite components are lovingly handcrafted into a pure and honest chocolate. Because less is often more: the chocolate is free of lecithin, gluten, foreign fats and artificial flavours. <h3>Delivery notice>/h3>Please note that it can get very warm inside the transport vehicles that are on the road in the sun. We therefore ask for your understanding that we do not accept any liability for the condition of the goods from the time they leave our warehouse at temperatures above 20°C.

Item No. 40110.1 Beautifully delicate, white teacup made on a hand operated potters wheel in a small manufacture in Germany. The cup has a silky matte surface on the outside and a glossy, thin celadon-glaze on the inside. The slightly translucent, thin and lightweight composition of the porcelain make this cup a delight to drink from. Each of these handcrafted cups is unique, so shape, colour or size may vary slightly while small particles of ash may leave beauty marks on the cup, giving each its own allure. Maximum capacity 185ml Measurements: 9 x 5cm The teacup can be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Item No. 42200 The Ooika- Cold brewer for the preparation of drip tea can be used with hot OR cold water. However, it is ideal especially for cold brew green tea highlighting the rich yet sweet green fragrance of high quality Kabusecha, known amongst tea-connoisseurs as Ooika. The Cold brewer consists of two glass vessels which are connected with a rubber base with a small opening, which lets the water drip into the stainless steel strainer underneath and then into the lower vessel. To prepare your cold drip Green Tea measure 2-3 teaspoons of tea into the sieve (make sure the tea covers the bottom of the strainer evenly) and fill the upper vessel with 600 to 900ml of water. You can also use ice cubes to make a Kouridashi-brew, either letting them melt slowly to drip over the tea or just add them to your tea once its ready. The preparation takes between 25 and 45 minutes. You can adjust the speed by pushing the little knob deeper into the rubber base to slow the water flow or pulling it back out to speed it up. Best suited for this type of preparation is deep steamed (fukamushi) Kabusecha from an early picking, as these will best release the aroma and all the valuable ingredients of the tea but also the least astringency. Our Tip: Serve the cold drip tea in wine-glasses to surprise your dinner guests with a tasty refreshing alternative to alcohol!

Tenbu Fuka, Tenbu = "dance in heaven", is picked in mid-April. In the cup of deepest dark green, in the echo truly "infinite". Even for connoisseurs of top quality green teas a surprise and in Japan a rarity.   Kabusecha Kabusecha is a green tea for which the tea plants are shaded, thus forming a high content of chlorophyll and other active ingredients and at the same time little bitter substances. Their characteristic "shade aroma" is called "ooika". Fukamushicha   Like many KEIKO teas, this is an intensively steamed tea (Fukamushi-cha, 100 - 120 seconds steaming time). Due to the gentle steaming process, the leaf pores open and the extracts from the tea leaf reach the water more easily and quickly. This can be recognized by the deep green tea colour in the cup and the yield of the tea - with top qualities up to 4 infusions are possible! Cold Brew       Intensively steamed early pickings are also particularly suitable for cold infusions (Mizudashi or Cold Brew). By infusing the leaves with cold water you will get an intensive and refreshing tea after only a few minutes. Since the bitter substances do not dissolve as strongly in cold water, the sweet aromas of the Kabusecha are especially noticeable. Storage In order to preserve the precious flavours and ingredients of the tea as best as possible, we recommend to seal the bag well and store it cool and dark - ideally in your refrigerator or freezer. 

<h3>Shincha 2023 - Spring in the cup!</h2> Shincha - the "new tea" heralds the beginning of the tea year every spring. The first tea from the fine, particularly aromatic leaf tips, which are harvested in the subtropical climate of Kagoshima already in mid-April. This year, however, it was particularly exciting: a late frost at the beginning of April severely impacted some plants of the early cultivars, so that the harvest quantity was significantly reduced in these cases. Until the first tasting, we were unsure how much this would show in the taste. Fortunately, a total of 14 tea cultivars grow at KEIKO Organic Farm, and our colleagues on site did a masterful job of determining the right harvest time, choosing the steaming intensity and drying degree, and last but not least, blending the teas. <h3>Flavour:</h3> The composition of Shincha Classic has also been re-determined. Included now also here, in addition to the cultivar Yutaka Midori, is a share of the cultivar Sae Midori. The combination results in a full-bodied, smooth aroma with fine umami. <h3>Cultivars:</h3> 70% Yutaka Midori from KEIKO Organic Farm in Kawanabe and from Komaki brothers, both Chiran. 30% Sae Midori from Komaki brothers, Chiran. Specifics</h3> In order to capture the fresh aroma in the best possible way, Shincha is dried slightly lighter in the final processing step than is usually the case with Sencha. <br><b>Kabusecha</b> is green tea, for the production of which the tea plants are shaded for a period of 7-10 days before harvesting, as a result of which they develop a high content of chlorophyll and other active substances and at the same time few bitter substances. Their characteristic "shade aroma" is called "ooika". Early pickings such as Shincha Classic also have a particularly high theanine content, which is noticeable in the sweet taste. <h3>Preparation</h3> We recommend an infusion temperature of about 60-65°C. Let the first infusion steep for about 1 minute. Afterwards, a few seconds are enough to elicit the aroma from the leaves. For the last infusion, you can increase the infusion time a little to bring out the full flavour. Should the tea turn out stronger than desired, you can simply adjust the flavour intensity by adding a little more water. Intensely steamed early pickings are particularly well suited for cold infusions. Even with cold water, Shincha Yume develops a particularly silky texture and refreshing clarity after about 5 minutes of infusion. The sweet theanine notes also come out particularly well, as the bitter substances do not dissolve as strongly in cold water. <h3>Storage</h3> To best preserve the valuable flavours and ingredients of the tea, please seal the bag tightly and store in a cool, dark place in the fridge or freezer.