Aichi
Karigane
If
Gyokuro
is the ultimate green leaf tea, then Karigane is the ultimate
kuki ("twig") tea. Manufactured in Nishio, Aichi Prefecture,
our Karigane tea is made from the stems and small bits of leaf
left over from matcha processing.
Matcha is shaded as it grows in order to intensify its color and flavor
(photo below). The result is an infusion that's intensely green and
incredibly smooth.
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PREPARATION:
Karigane
may be prepared in a regular teapot or a traditional steeping cup (known
as a gaiwan). Preheat the vessel with hot water and fill with 1-2 teaspoons
of leaf per 8 oz of water. Kukicha should be brewed with relatively cool
water [55°-65°C (131°-149°F)] 1-2 min. and served in pre-warmed
cups. Alternatively, use hotter water and an infusion time of 10-20 sec.
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