Just the Pod

Just the Pod is a competition-grade, light-steamed sencha tea sourced from Shizuoka, Japan. It is known for its bright, crisp character and a flavor profile featuring notes of citrus, bean sprouts, and spinach.

Tea Profile

• Type: Japanese Green Tea (Sencha), specifically Asamushi (light-steamed).
• Grade: Described as a competition-grade tea, suitable for connoisseurs.
• Origin: Sourced from the Shizuoka region of Japan.
• Cultivar: Made using the Yabukita cultivar leaves.
• Cultivation: The leaves are shaded for five days under traditional straw before harvesting, which is a method typically used for premium teas like Gyokuro.
• Tasting Notes: The golden-green liquor is bright and crisp, with prominent notes of orange peel, spinach, and bean sprout. It offers a green vegetal finish.
• Caffeine Level: Sencha typically has a medium caffeine level.

Brewing Tips

• Water Temperature: 175°F (80°C).
• Tea Amount: 1 level teaspoon of leaves.
• Steep Time: 1 minute.

This particular sencha stands out for its high quality, meticulous cultivation process involving shading, and its vibrant, vegetal flavor profile, characteristic of light-steamed Japanese green teas.