{"product_id":"premium-sencha-asahi","title":"Premium Sencha Asahi","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich Umami · Balanced · Refined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined, full-bodied sencha with pronounced umami, gentle sweetness and a beautifully balanced finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e朝日 (Asahi)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of Ryuouen’s most popular sencha, made from tea grown in the Uji Wazuka region and blended with Yamashiro sencha. Named after the premium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsahi cultivar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it reflects Ryuouen’s careful approach to producing tea for Kyoto’s tea culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e朝日 “Asahi”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e朝日 means “morning sun” a fitting name for a tea with a bright, clear character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe tea is built around a satisfying balance of umami, bitterness and astringency\u003cspan\u003e, with the umami particularly pronounced. It has enough depth to be enjoyed on its own, while its clean, structured character also makes it an excellent accompaniment to Japanese sweets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike lighter, more delicate sencha, Asahi offers a deeper and more substantial cup without becoming heavy. Brewed at a slightly cooler temperature, its sweetness and umami come forward beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSencha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5g tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150ml water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70–80°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 seconds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour slowly and enjoy the balance of umami, sweetness and gentle astringency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a lighter, more aromatic cup, use a slightly lower temperature and shorter infusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe second infusion can be brewed slightly hotter to reveal more of the tea's bright, refreshing character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep Umami · Gentle Sweetness · Balanced Astringency · Clean Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmami   ◉◉◉◉◉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweetness ◉◉◉◉○\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBitterness ◉◉◉○○\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAstringency ◉◉◉○○\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma   ◉◉◉◉○\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWeight: 70g\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Uji Wazuka \u0026amp; Yamashiro, Kyoto, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e朝日’s pronounced umami and balanced finish make it especially suited to \u003c\/span\u003ewagashi, Japanese sweets and lightly sweet desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is equally satisfying enjoyed on its own, allowing its layered balance of sweetness, umami and gentle astringency to unfold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in an airtight container away from heat, light, moisture and strong aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the best flavour and aroma, enjoy soon after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RYUOUEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44521854992483,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/6150\/9219\/files\/IMG_6696.heic?v=1787904730","url":"https:\/\/simplynativejapan.com.au\/products\/premium-sencha-asahi","provider":"Simply Native","version":"1.0","type":"link"}