Wakoucha—“red tea” in Japanese or black tea in the U.S.—offers sweeter, rounder notes than your typical black tea. We source tea annually, and this year, its flavor profile reminds us of biscotti and raw honey amid a buttery texture.
This tea was formerly named Suzuki's Wakoucha.
Details
- Origin: Shizuoka, Japan
- Elevation: 300 m
- Cultivar: Zairai
- Artisan: Terumi Suzuki
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Harvest date: May 2024
- Serving size: 4 g per cup
- Recommended vessel: miniature teapot
Ingredient(s): black tea
Caffeine level: high
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What is a reserve tea? Reserve teas are teas that are offered in limited quantities due to the availability of the tea itself.