Among the extensive range of teas provided by Ippodo, we’ve chosen a handful from their highly acclaimed selections to share with our devoted community of tea enthusiasts:
Matsu no Midori Sencha: A light-bodied basic loose leaf green tea. Delicious and great for everyday drinking for green tea lovers.
Nichigetsu Sencha: For those who prefer a little more astringency/sharpness than sweetness. A medium-bodied tea.
Hosen Sencha: Premium loose leaf green tea. Hosen is a balanced and medium-bodied Sencha. Great for green tea lovers who want a more premium taste for every occasion.
Rimpo Gyokuro: A hearty and sweeter green tea than Sencha, Gyokuro teas are cultivated in shade to bring out more complexity and deeper flavors. Has more caffeine than coffee. Rimpo is a medium-bodied Gyokuro tea.
Gokujo Genmaicha: Loose leaf green tea with toasted rice. Earthy aroma with popcorn-like taste.
Mugicha Barley Tea: Caffeine-free, you can enjoy it cold after brewing. A fresh tasting tea for warmer summer days.
Gokujo Hojicha: Loose leaf roasted green tea. Recommended for people who want less caffeine and like the taste of English tea.
Iribancha: Smoked loose leaf green tea with a strong smokey aroma and flavor. Caffeine-free, even suitable for children. A very traditional tea served in Kyoto.
History:
For more than three centuries, Ippodo Tea hasbeen considered the foremost authority on Japanese green tea,tracing its roots to the lush fields of Kyoto and its surrounding landscapes. The region’s mild climate, enriched soil, and harmonious balance of sunlight and rain collectively create an optimal environment for cultivating extraordinary teawith anunmatched spectrum of flavors. Established in 1717 as a family-run Japanese tea company, Ippodo has faithfully preserved a legacy of aromatic, well-balanced teas that delivers an authentic and delightful experience for tea enthusiasts worldwide with every cup.
Matsuo Midori Sencha – 120g
Nichigetsu Sencha – 80g
Hosen Sencha – 80g
Rimpo Gyokuro – 50g
Gokujo Genmai Cha – 100g
Mugicha Barley tea – 400g
Gokujo Hoji Cha – 100g
Iribancha – 150g
Materials:
Loose leaf tea of varying roasting styles and ingredients
Care Instructions:
It is recommended to enjoy the entire contents of Ippodo tea within two weeks of opening the tea’s package. All tea from Ippodo is also labeled with a suggested date of purchase to help consumers enjoy the tea in its best state. If you are not able to consume Ippodo tea before the suggested date of purchase, please know that the tea is safe and fresh to drink so long as the bag is unopened and/or kept in a sealed container away from moisture or direct sunlight. More helpful information on how to keep your tea fresh can be found here on Ippodo’s .
