Cold Brew Summer Limited Edition - Nagisa -
 
Harvest: Spring 2024, May (Ichibancha)
Cultivar: Samidori, Okumidori Breed
Harvesting Method: Conventional harvest tea from shaded tea fields
Taste: Mild body flavor with a plain and light sweetness
Liquid: Slightly bright green color
Leaves: Mid-sized, greenish, and soft twigs
 
 
Summer has finally arrived and summers in Japan are especially hot and humid. The best way to stay hydrated in summer is by drinking a lot, and what better than drinking our Limited-Edition Summer cold brew tea - Nagisa -. Drinking iced tea in Japan has a long tradition due to the clean and fresh water. We are sure this tea will enrich your tea moments this summer.
With a modest amount of caffeine, you not only stay hydrated, the Theanine inside helps you to stay relaxed and boosts your immune system.
 
This tea is made from okumidori bread leaves and is especially fine, tender, and soft. Harvested in Uji-Tawara and Wazuka-Town, the leaves were shaded for around two weeks what increases the umami as well as decreases the astringency.  
 
There are three different ways for you to enjoy this tea. Each has its unique feeling to it.
 
- Directly with ice.
- With cold water.
- With hot water and quickly cooled down.
 
Each of the methods mentioned above extracts the taste and constituents in a unique way. You can choose and enjoy brewing; considering the purpose or taste you like the best.
 
For more on how to brew Iced Green Tea, check out our recent blog post here