A uniquely refreshing and nutty Japanese tea (certified organic) made from the stems and twigs of the green tea plant.

KARIGANE ORGANIC STEM TEA 90g

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Karigane is a unique Japanese tea that is made from the stems (rather than leaves) of the green tea plant. This gives karigane a distinctively refreshing and nutty flavour reminiscent of sugarcane and water chestnut. Our organic karigane is also coated with organic matcha powder to lend extra umami flavour to this truly special tea. Fun fact: the general name of stem tea is actually kukicha. Karigane is a type of kukicha that is made with higher quality tea leaves.
Brew karigane with 80°C water in a teapot or directly in your tea cup using a mesh strainer (preferably one that reaches deep into the cup). Use tea leaves to water ratio of 2-3g (2-3 teaspoons) to 1 standard cup of hot water (about 240ml). A mug or a teapot will likely need about 4-6g (4-6 teaspoons) of tea leaves. Brew the tea leaves for 1½-2 minutes then discard the leaves and enjoy! (For detailed brew instructions, click here)

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