Bancha Green Tea

Bancha Green Tea is a classic Japanese green tea, harvested towards the end of the growing season. It is known for its lower theine content, making it a pleasant choice for those who enjoy green tea but prefer a gentler, less invigorating cup.

Product Overview

Bancha is a pure green tea with lumpy, long, compressed leaves. Because it is picked later in the season, it naturally contains less theine than many other green teas. This makes it suitable for drinking during the day, including in the afternoon.

It is also known as a basic drink in the macrobiotic diet and can be enjoyed both warm and cold.

Properties

• Japanese green tea
• Harvested towards the end of the growing season
• Lower theine content
• Suitable for afternoon drinking
• Can be prepared as iced tea
• Available in 50g, 100g, 150g, 200g, and 500g packaging

Taste & Aroma

Bancha Green Tea has a soft and delicate aroma with subtle sweetness and a slightly grassy character. Its gentle profile makes it a balanced everyday green tea.

Ingredients

Green Japanese tea. Origin: Japan.

Preparation

Use 1 teaspoon of tea, approximately 2g, for a 2 dl cup. Pour over water that has boiled and cooled to 70°C. Steep for 2 minutes, then strain.

The tea can be poured up to three times. For the second and third infusion, monitor the water temperature and extend the steeping time. Correct water temperature and steeping time are important, as water that is too hot or steeping that is too long may make the tea taste more bitter.

For cold preparation, pour cold water over the desired amount of tea, using 1 teaspoon per 2 dl of water. Leave it in the fridge for 2-3 hours, then strain. You may add fruit, mint, honey, citrus fruit, or fruit juice to taste.

Why Choose This Product?

Choose Bancha Green Tea if you want a classic Japanese green tea with a gentle aroma, lower theine content, and flexible preparation options. It is a simple, elegant tea for everyday enjoyment, whether served hot or as a refreshing cold infusion.