{"title":"Back in Stock 🍃","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExperience the refreshing taste of Japan with our newly restocked collection of the best-selling Japanese green teas. Sourced from the lush tea gardens of Japan, our collection offers a variety of flavors and aromas that will delight your senses. Whether you prefer a delicate and floral Sencha or powerful umami flavor of the purest matcha, our selection has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this opportunity to savor the authentic taste of Japan with our top-rated green tea collection. Order now and enjoy a moment of zen with every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"matcha-seisui","title":"Wazuka Matcha Seisui","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is from the Yabukita cultivar, the most widely grown cultivar in Japan. The tea has a very strong vegetal flavor and a smooth creamy note of butternut. Unlike the Washimine, this tea has a tiny bit of astringency, but far less when compared with a standard matcha. This Matcha is of supreme quality, evident in its strong green color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Strong, Grassy Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light Floral Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Hint of Astringency\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Steamed Vegetable Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 40 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 40 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from Mr. Nakai in Wazuka. Mr. Nakai is a talented young farmer that specializes in sencha, but he also produces some excellent matcha as well. His father is credited with creating the JAS logo, which is pictured on every pack of green tea that has been certified by Japanese Agricultural Standards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis farm is located in Wazuka, right outside the old capital of Kyoto. This region is famous for the production of matcha tea. Powdered tea was the original way to consume matcha in Japan, and the first tea plants to be cultivated in Japan were grown right outside Kyoto at Kozanji temple in the Toganoo mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":32758976118868,"sku":"30021","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":33002150363220,"sku":"60494852","price":66.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-wazuka-matcha-seisui-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739259580"},{"product_id":"fukamushi-sencha-yamaga-no-sato","title":"Sencha Shizuoka Yamaga no Sato","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":32758694379604,"sku":"040013","price":29.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":33002102784084,"sku":"20068358","price":56.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-sencha-shizuoka-yamaga-no-sato-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1739261710"},{"product_id":"kukicha-osada-ff","title":"Osada Japanese Kukicha Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from the region of Shizuoka, the largest tea growing region in Japan. The tea has a very smooth and balanced flavor with delicious notes of fresh summer grass and straw. This is an excellent afternoon tea due to its low content of caffeine and high content of minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Lower Caffeine Content, Higher Minerals\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Citrusy Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Mild Dry Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Slight Hay or Fresh Summer Grass Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 100 grams of tea, enough to make 20 pots or 60 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from the Osada family in Shizuoka. This is a family owned business, but has turned into a larger scale operation over a few generations. They maintain a higher level of quality control by working with smaller farmers in the village of Isagawa. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis matcha comes to us from the mountains of Shizuoka, Japans largest tea growing region. The farmers of Osada source their tea leaves from small family farms in the organic village of Isagawa to ensure the tea is made with great attention to detail and absolutely no pesticides. \u003c\/span\u003eWe visited these tea farms in April 2019 to see the fields and factories where it was produced in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot or strainer and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (160 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute. You can brew the leaves 2-3 more times with the same temperature for 20 seconds each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":32758969729108,"sku":"090025","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":33002149773396,"sku":"13487276","price":30.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-osada-japanese-kukicha-tea-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1738943103"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-kakitsubata","title":"Shizuoka Matcha Kakitsubata","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas a fresh vegetal flavor you might typically associate with a matcha. It has less sweetness than the Sesui and more of a grassy flavor than the Washimine and the Koiai. If you like a strong matcha flavor, this matcha brings a lot of freshness, a lot of grassiness and a bit of astringency as well. This is a very high-quality organic matcha at a very affordable price. It is also a good matcha to mix in with almond milk to make a latte because the flavor is quite strong and you will still be able to get a good taste of the matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Strong, Grassy Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light Floral Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Hint of Astringency\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Steamed Vegetable Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 40 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 40 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from the Osada family in Shizuoka. This is a family owned business, but has turned into a larger scale operation over a few generations. They maintain a higher level of quality control by working with smaller farmers in the village of Isagawa. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis matcha comes to us from the mountains of Shizuoka, Japans largest tea growing region. The farmers of Osada source their tea leaves from small family farms in the organic village of Isagawa to ensure the tea is made with great attention to detail and absolutely no pesticides. \u003c\/span\u003eWe visited these tea farms in April 2019 to see the fields and factories where it was produced in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"N-ZiCg direction-ltr align-start para-style-title\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"40g","offer_id":32758956654676,"sku":"90049","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80g","offer_id":33002149183572,"sku":"72558059","price":58.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-shizuoka-matcha-kakitsubata-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739259590"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-washimine","title":"Washimine Ceremonial Matcha Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" title=\"ceremonial matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e made by Mr. Nakai comes from the cultivar Okumidori. This superior cultivar is reserved for high-grade Gyokuro, Sencha and matcha. The excellence of this matcha comes from its very round and complete taste with a balance of creaminess, a full body and a fine silky note of fresh spinach and a hint of asparagus. The resulting tea produces a very well-rounded taste with no bitterness. Because of its supreme quality, this matcha is also used for koicha, a thick paste made from only the highest grade matcha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth, Creamy Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light Floral Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Well-Balanced\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Round Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 40 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 40 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from Mr. Nakai in Wazuka. Mr. Nakai is a talented young farmer that specializes in sencha, but he also produces some excellent matcha as well. His father is credited with creating the JAS logo, which is pictured on every pack of green tea that has been certified by Japanese Agricultural Standards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eThis farm is located in Wazuka, right outside the old capital of Kyoto. This region is famous for the production of matcha tea. Powdered tea was the original way to consume matcha in Japan, and the first tea plants to be cultivated in Japan were grown right outside Kyoto at Kozanji temple in the Toganoo mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":33041060790356,"sku":"40g-tin-matcha-washimine-40g","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":33041060823124,"sku":"37306146","price":74.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-washimine-ceremonial-matcha-tea-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739351403"},{"product_id":"sencha-henta-okumidori","title":"Sencha Okumidori Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":32758618194004,"sku":"110020","price":20.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":33002148200532,"sku":"23040096","price":39.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-sencha-okumidori-green-tea-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1739261726"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-henta","title":"Saemidori Matcha Henta","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from the Saemidori cultivar. The Saemidori is coming more and more in vogue, thanks to its light sweetness with a slight grassy undertone. Compared to an Okumidori matcha, the Henta Matcha is much sweeter, with a slightly fresher taste. Compared to a Yabukita Matcha, this tea is smoother, more delicate and sweeter. You will notice a light sweetness right away, followed by an umami note towards the end, with some notes of fresh cut grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light and Sweet flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth Finish\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Steamed Vegetable Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Creamy Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 30 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 30 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from Mr. Henta, an organic green tea farmer in Kirishima. Mr. Henta is quite knowledgeable about tea plant varieties, also called cultivars. Although his farm is on the smaller side, he grows 8 different types of tea plants. He can then combine these cultivars into different tea blends to get the perfect flavors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from the town of Kirishima, close to Kagoshima. The farm where this tea is grown is surrounded by dense forest and some small mountains, making it a very natural and beautiful setting to grow organic green tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":32758732980308,"sku":"110051","price":24.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":40110776287316,"sku":"21185110","price":46.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-saemidori-matcha-henta-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1741097578"},{"product_id":"shincha-kasugaen-asatsuyu","title":"Sencha Kasugaen Asatsuyu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":32758641885268,"sku":"160025","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":33002149380180,"sku":"44308466","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-sencha-kasugaen-asatsuyu-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1739261735"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-noike","title":"Okumidori Matcha Noike","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmoother \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" title=\"ceremonial matcha\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e with some light notes of edamame and baby spinach. This matcha is made from the Okumidori cultivar, a premium tea cultivar prized for its smooth and creamy flavor. This is quite similar to our matcha washimine but with a little bit more astringency. You may notice a slight tingling on the tongue with this tea but for the most part it is smooth and sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth, Creamy Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light Floral Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Well-Balanced\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Round Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 50 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 40 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Noike owns a small farm surrounded by a dense forest, giving a unique microclimate to his teas. With the tall pine trees growing nearby, the tea plants are given partial shading throughout the day, leading to an even smoother and sweeter taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Okumidori matcha comes to us from a small farm in Wazuka, slightly south of Kyoto. The area around Kyoto has always been famous for its matcha production, ever since the early 1200s. Still today, Uji, Ujitawara and Wazuka produce much of Japan's best matcha, and there are many talented matcha farmers with unique styles of cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":32758988046420,"sku":"80033","price":16.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":33002151444564,"sku":"72826522","price":32.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-okumidori-matcha-noike-pack-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739259596"},{"product_id":"hojicha-noike","title":"Roasted Hojicha Green Tea Noike","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a smooth and sweet Hojicha from Wazuka. While most Japanese green teas have a nice grassy or vegetal flavor, Hojicha takes on a vastly different flavor profile. This roasted tea has notes of chocolate, caramel or coffee. This particular Hojicha is unique for its more mild and sweet flavor. You may notice a nice mouthwatering effect on the tongue as well as a pleasant coffee aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Lower Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light Sweet Caramel Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Notes of Milk Chocolate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Complexity of Flavors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 100 grams of tea, enough to make 20 pots or 60 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Noike owns a small farm surrounded by a dense forest, giving a unique microclimate to his teas. With the tall pine trees growing nearby, the tea plants are given partial shading throughout the day, leading to an even smoother and sweeter taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from Mr. Noike, a small farmer south of Kyoto in a town called Wazuka. This area is becoming a hub for green tea production, particularly matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot or strainer and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (170 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute. You can brew the leaves 2-3 more times with the same temperature for 20 seconds each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":32758984179796,"sku":"080026","price":14.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":33002151149652,"sku":"57185946","price":28.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-roasted-hojicha-green-tea-noike-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1738942981"},{"product_id":"sencha-shizuku-matcha-powder","title":"Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very unique sencha made by combining sencha leaves with matcha powder. This tea was designed to be the perfect cold brew, but it can be brewed warm as well. The matcha powder adds new dimension to the tea, giving it a fully body and extra power as a cold brew. The matcha powder also creates a beautiful jade green cloudy infusion in the first steeping. This tea has a powerful vegetal note to it, with some sweetness and a slight astringency in the aftertaste. The Shizuku is perhaps our best cold brew yet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Great as a Cold Brew!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Nice Sweet Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Strong Vegetable Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Slight Tropical Fruit Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 100 grams of tea, enough to make 20 pots or 60 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from the farmer Mr. Nuruki, a talented young farmer in Chiran. Mr. Nuruki operates a small farm in southern Japan where he is able to cultivate a wide range of tea plant varieties. He has been successful in blending these different tea varieties together to create a number of fantastic tea blends. These tea blends incorporate the best aspects of each tea variety, to create flavors that are well balanced and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is grown in the small town of Chiran in the southernmost tip of Kyushu. This region greatly benefits from the mild subtropical climate and the volcanic activity, creating nutrient rich soils and mild winters. Because this area is so warm, it allows for the growth of more delicate tea plant varieties, producing lighter and sweeter green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot or strainer and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (160 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute. You can brew the leaves 2-3 more times with the same temperature for 20 seconds each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":40110783365204,"sku":"990066","price":22.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":40110783397972,"sku":"56285742","price":43.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-sencha-shizuku-with-matcha-powder-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1738942753"},{"product_id":"latte-matcha-100g","title":"Premium Matcha Latte Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you prefer drinking your matcha with some nice plant milk and a little bit of sugar? The Latte Grade Matcha is the right choice for you. This matcha has a stronger taste that pairs better with cream and sugar, so you still can get a powerful matcha taste. This matcha is also more affordable, so you don't have to use it as sparingly. Throw a scoop or two in your morning latte or smoothie and get all the benefits of green tea! Like our other teas, this matcha was also grown without the use of pesticides or chemicals and it is produced by a small family-owned farm in Shizuoka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Strong, Grassy Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Light Floral Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Hint of Astringency\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Steamed Vegetable Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 100 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 50 Matcha Lattes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from the farmer Mr. Masuda in Makinohara, Shizuoka. Mr. Masuda. The company has been producing tea for 5 generations and they were even selected to grow tea for the Emperor and the royal family of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is produced on the Makinohara plateau in Shizuoka. The farm is quite large, with a few different microclimates that are perfect for different kinds of green tea. We visited the farm in the Summer of 2018 to learn more about tea cultivars and taste the different types of teas grown here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"N-ZiCg direction-ltr align-start para-style-title\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":40110740832340,"sku":"14-0027","price":24.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":40110740865108,"sku":"43506642","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-premium-matcha-latte-powder-pack-powder-prepared_2557b570-56f3-4c02-8d36-00ba1c5d194b.webp?v=1780043855"},{"product_id":"uji-chanoka-okumidori-matcha","title":"Uji Matcha Chanoka Okumidori","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOkumidori Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e is a\u003c\/span\u003e first harvest, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat comes to us from Uji, perhaps the most famous area for tea cultivation in Japan. For hundreds of years, Uji was known for producing the \u003ca title=\"matcha powder\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/matcha-powder\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebest matcha powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in Japan, and that reputation still carries on to this day. This tea has been \u003cstrong\u003eshaded for 20 days\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a \u003cstrong\u003erich savory flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e, and because its from the \u003cstrong\u003eOkumidori cultivar\u003c\/strong\u003e, it has\u003cstrong\u003e a smoother\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emore well-rounded flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e with less \u003cstrong\u003ebitterness\u003c\/strong\u003e. The tea has a tiny but of astringency towards the end, but it is \u003cstrong\u003ewell-balanced by the thick and rich mouthfeel\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat You'll Get with the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e Taste Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Great Sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Strong Umami Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Rich Mouthfeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Steamed Vegetable Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow Much Matcha Does the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha \u003c\/strong\u003eMake?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 30 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 30 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeet the Farmer and farm that produces the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tea comes to us from the farmer Takada Masahiro in Uji. His company Chanoka dates back to 1900 when his great grandfather started their first tea garden in Uji and since then they have dedicated their lives to growing and producing some of the best teas in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis matcha comes to us from the farm of Chanoka in Uji. This tea is grown at an altitude of 400 meters and it is shaded for 20 days to develop the sweet and savory flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Prepare the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha is Always Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea. What are you waiting for to \u003cstrong\u003eshop our\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOkumidori Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"N-ZiCg direction-ltr align-start para-style-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":40110775369812,"sku":"18-0023","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":40110775402580,"sku":"19396762","price":68.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-uji-matcha-chanoka-okumidori-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739259625"},{"product_id":"sencha-zenkouen-superior","title":"Sencha Superior Zenkouen","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs a drier tea, this Sencha begins with a mild, slight cereal notes, and finishes with a bit of citrus, lemongrass and straw. The tea is dry and slightly astringent, without being bitter. You may notice a tiny bit of puckering on your palate not detracting from the drinkability of the tea, but rather enhancing it. The finish in the first steeping is light and mouthwatering, without lingering much more than 5-10 seconds. The mouthfeel of this tea is on the thinner side.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003cbr\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003cbr\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003cbr\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003cbr\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003cbr\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍵 Strong vegetable notes\u003cbr\u003e🍵 Slight dryness\u003cbr\u003e🍵 Great as a Cold Brew\u003cbr\u003e🍵 Smooth Finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pack contains 100 grams of tea, enough to make 20 pots or 60 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we first met the farmer, Yoshimitsu Masuda, he gave us a tour around his tea field just as the sun was beginning to go down. We saw two Serow, a type of wild Japanese goat, grazing on the tea field. One of the positives about these organic tea fields is that they are not only great for growing tea plants, they can also support a diverse array of flora and fauna. Because these other plants were able to grow around the tea field, larger animals such as Serow and wild pigs are able to feel at home in this habitat. It is good to know that this farmer is able to produce not only great tasting tea, but also a healthy ecosystem!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn November of 2019 we got to see the farm of Zenkouen and were impressed by the sustainability methods used by the farmer. The tea field is full of life, with a diverse array of plants and animals able to coexist along with the tea plants. The farmer uses a type of fertilizer made by combining charcoal with seashells and various other composted ingredients. This allows him to create nutrient rich soil, without introducing unnatural elements to the tea field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot or strainer and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (160 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute. You can brew the leaves 2-3 more times with the same temperature for 20 seconds each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/a\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":40110782611540,"sku":"19-0015","price":29.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":40110782644308,"sku":"45120662","price":56.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-sencha-superior-zenkouen-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1739261732"},{"product_id":"premium-matcha-chiran-30g","title":"Premium Matcha Chiran Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the first sip, this \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e starts out strong with a smooth sweetness. The mouthfeel is quite thick and weighs heavily on the sides of the tongue. There is no astringency, but rather a full-bodied finish and a lingering umami flavor. This tea is rich, yet smooth, with a velvety feeling to it that is quite pleasant.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍃 Great as a Cold Brew!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Nice Sweet Umami Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Strong Vegetable Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Thicker Mouthfeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍵 Smooth Velvety Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 30 grams of tea, enough to make 30 bowls of matcha\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes to us from the farmer Mr. Nuruki, a talented young farmer in Chiran. Mr. Nuruki operates a small farm in southern Japan where he is able to cultivate a wide range of tea plant varieties. He has been successful in blending these different tea varieties together to create a number of fantastic tea blends. These tea blends incorporate the best aspects of each tea variety, to create flavors that are well balanced and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is grown in the small town of Chiran in the southernmost tip of Kyushu. This region greatly benefits from the mild subtropical climate and the volcanic activity, creating nutrient rich soils and mild winters. Because this area is so warm, it allows for the growth of more delicate tea plant varieties, producing lighter and sweeter green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. 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We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":40110780022868,"sku":"197-0012","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":40110780055636,"sku":"27475949","price":77.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-premium-matcha-chiran-green-tea-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739259614"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-nakai-superior-30g","title":"Wazuka Tea Nakai Superior","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"ceremonial matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eceremonial matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e lures you in with a smooth vegetal flavor and later introduces these more complex savory taste profiles. The savory notes are more on the marine side, drifting off into the direction of ocean breeze and seaweed. The mouthfeel is thick and creamy, with a milky finish and no astringency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Green Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Higher Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Smooth, Creamy Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Light Floral Notes\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Well-Balanced\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Round Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 30 grams of powdered tea, enough to make 30 cups of matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tea comes to us from Mr. Nakai in Wazuka. Mr. Nakai is a talented young farmer that specializes in sencha, but he also produces some excellent matcha as well. His father is credited with creating the JAS logo, which is pictured on every pack of green tea that has been certified by Japanese Agricultural Standards.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis farm is located in Wazuka, right outside the old capital of Kyoto. This region is famous for the production of matcha tea. Powdered tea was the original way to consume matcha in Japan, and the first tea plants to be cultivated in Japan were grown right outside Kyoto at Kozanji temple in the Toganoo mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 2 grams of matcha to a bowl and then pour in 100-150ml of 160-175F water. You can then scrape off the sides of the bowl and begin whisking with you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=cb9d9b9c5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":40110778843220,"sku":"03-1938","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":40110778875988,"sku":"91742554","price":77.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-wazuka-tea-nakai-superior-tin-powder-prepared.webp?v=1739259593"},{"product_id":"oolong-miyazaki-sabou-30g","title":"Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/japanese-oolong-tea\" title=\"Japanese Oolong Tea\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Oolong Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is incredibly strong on these flowery notes. The flavor begins with notes of lilac and jasmine and then finished with this a slight citrusy freshness. Some of the sharper flavor of the tea are rounded out by this milky smoothness, similar to what you may experience with a Jin Xuan or milk oolong. The second steeping of this tea takes on more of a warm nuttiness. The lilac note begins to drift into the background and it is replaced by notes of toasted peanut and citrus in the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 JAS Organic Tea\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Calming, Relaxing Theanine\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Lower Caffeine Content\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Long Lasting Energy Throughout the Day\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Naturally Gluten Free and Vegan\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍃 Complex Flavor Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat it Tastes Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Flowery Notes of Lilac and Jasmine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Warm Nutty Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Complexity of Flavors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e🍵 Smooth Milky Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow Much Tea Does it Make?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis packet \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econtains\u003c\/span\u003e 30 grams of tea, enough to make 6 pots or 18 cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeet the Farmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a long time, Miyazaki Akira struggled to grow tea only using organic fertilizers. His harvest depended on the weather and the insects, and some years the yield would be quite low. He soon learned that rather than try to control nature, he should try to coexist with it. If the tea plants are grown in accordance to nature, the land will allow the plants to thrive. After learning to accept this, he was able to produce years of great quality tea, all without harming the natural beauty of Gokase. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Farm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tea was grown in the mountains of Gokase in Miyazaki prefecture. Although Pan roasted and Oolong teas are rare in Japan, this region has become famous for them. The farm of Miyazaki Sabou hasn't used pesticides on their field in the last 40 years and they produce all of their teas organically. The high elevation of the tea field and the mild weather of southern Japan makes for the perfect growing conditions for premium teas.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Brew it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot or strainer and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (195 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1.5 minutes. You can brew the leaves 2-3 more times with the same temperature for 20 seconds each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery Popular as a Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur fans like to give away our teas on birthdays, weddings and other special days! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/samplers\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur samplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e are highly recommended as gifts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlways Pesticide Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe make sure to only source teas from reputable farmers that grow tea without the use of conventional pesticides or chemicals. We meet with the farmers in person and tour the fields and facilities. We look at the sustainability of the field, the attention to detail and quality control of the facility and of course the taste of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":40039346569300,"sku":"25-0023","price":16.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":39984109944916,"sku":"12585835","price":30.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"90g","offer_id":39984109977684,"sku":"72946982","price":45.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-miyazaki-high-mountain-oolong-tea-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1738941055"},{"product_id":"nadeshiko-rose-japanese-fermented-tea","title":"Nadeshiko Rose Japanese Fermented Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nadeshiko Rose Japanese Fermented Tea is a unique and rare type of post fermented tea from Mr. Takada in Uji. There are some similarities that can be drawn between this tea and puerh, but it is in a category entirely of it’s own. The tea is made through a unique fermentation which is similar to that used to make sake, soy sauce and miso. The tea goes by many names, pink tea, the rosé of tea, but the one thing that is for sure is that it is one of a kind!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Japanese fermented tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are 6 main categories of tea, white tea, yellow tea, green tea, oolong tea, red\/black tea and post fermented or dark tea. This last category is our focus here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese fermented tea is a category that is often overlooked. Overshadowed by the more popular Japanese green teas and Chinese fermented teas, Japanese fermented tea is quite rare by comparison. This tea is produced at a very small scale in a small number of towns and villages around Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1st brewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea begins with a slight sweet wooden flavor, with higher notes of flowers and caramel. The tea shares some characteristics with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/japanese-roasted-tea\" title=\"japanese roasted tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese roasted tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, but overall there is more sweetness. There are also similarities between this tea and \u003cstrong\u003epuerh\u003c\/strong\u003e, but you may notice more earthiness accompanied by some delicate notes of tree bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2nd brewing:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second brewing starts off strong with an even more powerful sweet wooden note. The earthy and floral characteristics become more apparent and the earthy notes begin to float into the foreground. The tea finishes off with a delicate sweet aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigins of fermented tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of post fermented tea likely began by accident. In China, green tea leaves would be pressed into a brick so that they could be carried over long distances. As the climate changed from warm Southern China to the mountainous regions of Tibet, the tea began to naturally ferment. The microbes in the leaf and in the air transformed the tea leaves, rendering the flavor smoother and fruitier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the flavor of these naturally fermented teas became so popular, producers began experimenting with different production methods to make the tea taste better. They began trying different methods of pan firing, solar withering and gradual aging. The most famous of the post fermented teas is puerh. Similar to champagne, a post fermented tea is \u003cstrong\u003eonly called puerh if it is produced\u003c\/strong\u003e around the region or puerh \u003cstrong\u003ein Yunnan\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is of course the most famous region for post fermented tea production,\u003cstrong\u003e but post fermented teas can also be produced in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Let’s talk about the Japanese post fermented tea known as Nadeshiko. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Nadeshiko Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNadeshiko Tea is a Japanese \u003cstrong\u003efermented tea made using koji\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same microbes used to make sake, soy sauce and miso. This is the most common culture to use for fermentation in Japanese food, so it’s no surprise that it is the key ingredient in Japanese fermented tea as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eHarvesting of Nadeshiko\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe tea leaves are collected from the first or second harvest and then they are steamed, rolled and dried. Once the leaves are processed, they are gathered together into a room to begin the fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe fermentation of Nadeshiko\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAfter the leaves have been gathered, moisture is applied on top of the leaves before they are sterilized. Then the koji is applied to the leaves to activate the fermentation. Unlike puerh tea for example, this is done in a controlled, sterilized environment to make sure the koji is the only microbe fermenting the tea leaves. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Rosé of tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf puerh is the champagne of the post fermented tea world, Nadeshiko is the rosé. This tea is also known as “pink tea” because of its very unique color. The flavor is sweet and flowery, and it is slightly lighter compared to a rich puerh tea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may notice some tasting notes with a puerh tea. This earthy or tree bark like flavor is present in the finish. Overall, it is a bit more flowery and sweet, and shares some aspects with a hojicha. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits of Nadeshiko tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNadeshiko has similarities to a Japanese black tea or Wakoucha, but also Chinese puerh tea. The notable difference is that it has a higher concentration of catechins, citric acid and gallic acid. These compounds are developed thanks to the strictly controlled fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to other fermented foods, fermented Japanese tea like Nadeshiko is thought to help support a healthy diet and metabolism. Research conducted at Shizuoka University by a team of researchers discovered that there are two new types of polyphenols found inside this tea that could have some key health benefits. These polyphenols are thought to suppress the enzymes responsible for adult diabetes. They are also thought to decrease the levels of visceral fat, neutral fat and cholesterol. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the unique microbial fermentation process, the catechins found within the tea leaf are degraded and turned into teadenol A and teadenol B. Teadenol A has been shown to suppress appetite and increase insulin secretion. Fermented Japanese green teas are also thought to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade in Uji\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nadeshiko comes to us from the talented farmers at \u003cstrong\u003eChanoka in Uji\u003c\/strong\u003e. When we visited \u003cstrong\u003eMr. Takada\u003c\/strong\u003e, he introduced us to so many different types of rare teas and this is one of them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Takada and his family have been in the tea industry \u003cstrong\u003esince 1907\u003c\/strong\u003e when they opened their tea plantation. He is able to lean on multiple generations of tea knowledge to produce excellent quality green tea, oolong tea, black tea and Japanese fermented tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Uji tea so special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUji is known for consistently producing some of the best quality teas in Japan. The soil is great quality, the air is clean and misty, the terrain is hilly and the winters are relatively mild with no frost. This climate has produced excellent teas for hundreds of years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory of Uji Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUji has been a hot bed for tea cultivation since the 1300s. When the tea plant was first cultivated in Japan in 1191, it was mostly grown in the Toganoo mountains. Toganoo was known for producing the best tea on the island, but they would soon be challenged by their counterparts to the south. The original monk Eisai who brought the tea seeds to Japan from China, shared some of the seeds with his friend Myoe Shonin in Uji. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1383, Uji was known for producing the second best tea in Japan. In 1460, the Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa proclaimed that Uji tea was his favorite type, which began the unofficial reign of Uji as the top tea producing region in Japan. Depending on who you talk to, that reign still may persist to this day, as Uji teas are the most internationally recognized Japanese green teas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the reputation for Uji tea is thanks to their production of matcha, but they also produce some Japanese fermented teas here and we are happy to have found a great one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to prepare Japanese fermented tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf: 5 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: 150ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 80 degrees C or 175 degrees Fahrenheit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime: 1 minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis tea can be rebrewed up to 4 times at 20 seconds each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":40110784184404,"sku":"18-0085","price":44.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":40110784217172,"sku":"82519986","price":85.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/nio-teas-nadeshiko-rose-japanese-fermented-tea-product-leaves-brewed.webp?v=1738941158"}],"url":"https:\/\/nioteas.ca\/collections\/back-in-stock.oembed?page=2","provider":"Nio Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}