Sencha is made by steaming fresh tea leaves, then repeatedly rolling and drying them to enhance their flavor. Finally, any unwanted bitterness is removed, resulting in a well-balanced and refined taste.
Because the production process minimally alters the tea leaves themselves, each time you place them in a hohin and pour hot water, you can experience an aroma that closely resembles the fresh fragrance of a tea field.
High-quality Sencha has a glossy appearance, with minimal astringency or bitterness, allowing you to fully appreciate the tea leaves' natural aroma and sweetness.
Phenimax’s Sencha is a high-quality organic, pesticide-free tea, standing among the finest in its class.
To fully unlock the depth of flavor in our Sencha, we have carefully refined the brewing process, adjusting the tea leaf quantity, water temperature, and volume. As a result, we have developed a unique brewing recipe that brings out the best in every cup. Experience the golden radiance of Phenimax’s Sencha and savor its exquisite taste.
To help you discover your ideal flavor, we have prepared a taste and composition chart showcasing how different water temperatures influence the brew. Enjoy the subtle nuances in each infusion and craft a recipe that perfectly suits your preferences.
How to Brew Warm Sencha
Organic Sencha (1 Pack: 5g) – Single Serving
Utensils
・Hohin (Teapot)
・Teacup
・Yuzamashi (Water Cooling Vessel)
Water Volume, Temperature, and Brewing Time
・Water Volume: 90ml
・Water Temperature: Approximately 60–70°C (140–158°F)
・Steeping Time: 90 seconds
Directions
- Place 5g (1 pack) of tea leaves into the hohin (teapot).
- Once the water reaches a boil, pour 90ml into the yuzamashi (water cooling vessel) and let it cool to approximately 60–70°C (140–158°F).
- When the water reaches 60–70°C, pour it into the hohin, cover with the lid, and let it steep for 90 seconds.
- Slowly pour the tea into the teacup, ensuring every last drop is extracted.
Nisenme (Second Infusion)
From the second infusion onward, gradually increase the water temperature and enjoy up to four infusions.
How to Brew Chilled Sencha
Brewed slowly over an extended period using only cold water.
As the water slowly permeates every part of the tea leaves, it enhances the aroma while concentrating the tea’s natural sweetness and umami, resulting in a refined and flavorful cold brew.
Cold brew tea (Sencha, Gyokuro, and Temomi-cha) can be deliciously prepared using the same recipe.
Utensils
・Hohin (Teapot)
・Teacup or Small Glass
・Ice
Water Volume, Temperature, and Brewing Time
・Room-temperature Soft Water: 50ml
・Steeping Time: 10 minutes
Directions
- Place one pack of tea leaves into the hohin (teapot).
- Pour 50ml of room-temperature soft water into the hohin.
- Let it steep for about 10 minutes. In the meantime, prepare 1–2 ice cubes in a teacup or small glass.
- Once the steeping time is complete, slowly pour the tea into the cup or glass, ensuring every last drop is extracted.
Nisenme (Second Infusion)
Pour approximately 90 ml of hot water into the hohin and immediately transfer it to the teacup. This allows you to enjoy a refreshing astringency that was not present in the first infusion.
