Origin: Shizuoka, Japan

Bancha Suruga maintains a nice balance of briskness, astringency and hearty herbaceous flavor with fresh grassy aroma. This Bancha Suruga is an upgraded variation, using fresh green leaves from an in-between harvest. Multiple Infusions.

Bancha is produced from a bottom part of tea leaves that are big and thick. Compared to Sencha, Bancha is slightly less aromatic and somewhat more astringent. It is appreciated for its robust flavor.

Brewing: water 8 oz & boiled / leaves - 1 teaspoon / time - 1 - 1 1/2 min.

Hint: Use boiling water to extract the most refreshing flavor. Lower water temperature for a softer flavour.