The 5 Principles of Japanese Green Tea
Matcha, sencha... Japanese tea reveals its full richness when a few essential rules are followed. Here are 5 principles to ensure your infusion is a success every time.
Principle 1
Temperature
- Matcha : 70°C - 85°C
- Sencha : 70°C - 95°C
Matcha can be prepared at the same temperature for all products.
For sencha, adjust according to the instructions on the packaging.
Tip : Low temperature = less bitterness, high temperature = pronounced bitterness
Principle 2
The Quantity
- Matcha: 2-4g for 80ml of water
- Sencha: 1-2 teaspoons (5g) for 200ml of water
Sencha specialty: 2nd and 3rd infusions possible. The 2nd infusion is often tastier (leaves are already opened).
Principle 3
Time
- Matcha: approximately 30 seconds
- Sencha: 50 seconds to 1 minute 20
For a lower temperature, extend the brewing time. Shorter than black tea.
Packaging, your brewing guide
These first three principles - temperature, quantity and time - vary according to the products and their use.
For matcha, our shop simplifies preparation: all our matchas follow the same parameters (80°C-90°C, 2-4g for 80ml of water, 30 seconds of whisking). Only the quantity and time change depending on whether you are preparing a traditional matcha or a matcha latte.
Sencha, however, requires more attention: each variety has its own requirements. At TAMAKI TEA, we make your choice easier by indicating the optimal brewing method on each package to reveal all the aromas.
Explore our exceptional senchas
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KABUSECHA —Early Spring— ORGANIC
Regular price From 23,50 €Regular price -
ORGANIC FUKAMUSHI SENCHA
Regular price From 19,50 €Regular price -
ORGANIC HOJICHA
Regular price From 15,50 €Regular price -
KABUSECHA tea bag -Little Spring- ORGANIC (3g * 10pcs)
Regular price 14,00 €Regular price
Principle 4
Water
- Always use boiled water
- Let it cool to the desired temperature
- Soft water recommended (e.g., Volvic)
- Do not be too much of a perfectionist about the temperature
Principle 5
Hardware
You can enjoy green tea with your usual utensils. However, using traditional Japanese accessories does more than just enhance the taste: it brings the ancestral art of Japan into your daily life.
- Matcha sets: matching chasen and chawan
- Sencha sets: traditional kyusu and yunomi
Tamaki Tea
CHASEN —Bamboo MATCHA whisk—
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MATCHA BOWL —Olivie—
