SMN0002 "MEIRYOKU" (40g)
Laver aroma, a firm astringency, sweetness held underneath. Meiryoku from the same farm — different cultivar, different presence.
Where Izumo Tea Factory in Shimane's Saemidori retreats into gentleness, this Meiryoku holds its ground. The covered cultivation builds a seaweed-like depth into the aroma — something oceanic and layered — and the Meiryoku cultivar brings real body and a clean assertive astringency that runs the length of each sip. Sweetness and umami are woven through, balancing rather than softening. The result is a tea with volume and structure, the kind that rewards attention.
Brew at 70°C or push to 80°C for more intensity. Cold works too — the balance holds across temperatures.
| Brew Temperature | 80°C |
|---|---|
| Brew Time | 1min 40sec |
| Tea Amount | 4.0g |
| Water Amount | 120ml |
Point
If you don't have a temperature-controlled electric kettle or thermometer, use the following method to cool the water.
- Boil water and transfer to a teacup once.
- Wait for 2 minutes to allow the temperature to drop to around 80 degrees.
*The temperature drop will vary depending on the shape and material of the teacup.
How to Brew
- Prepare the water at 80 degrees Celsius.
- Put the tea leaves in the teapot and pour the hot water.
- After 100 seconds, pour the water into the teapot, shaking it slightly.
- The last drop from the teapot is a superb drop of tea, rich in the flavor of the tea leaves. Pour every last drop of tea gently.
Reference
| Tea Type | Sencha |
|---|---|
| Cultivar | MEIRYOKU |
| Origin | Shimane |
| Cultivation Method | Covered |
| Caffeine Level | Medium |
| Caffeine per Cup | 30mg |
| Net Weight | 40g |
| Cold Brew | Yes |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
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Izumo Tea Factory has been a producer for over 100 years, since 1907. With a farm area of 12 ha, it is the largest in Shimane Prefecture. Yuta-san, who once worked in Tokyo before choosing to take over the family business, is very stoic in his tea production, perhaps because of his career. Nevertheless, he collects detailed data on the weather and tea leaves and steadily produces delicious tea yearly.
This year's Meiryoku is a gem with an outstanding balance. The rich flavor stored in the tea leaves perfectly harmonizes with the astringency in the cultivar, giving the tea a voluminous taste. The aroma is also well-developed, and you can find many aromas, such as the fresh aroma of Meiryoku and the seaweed-like covered aroma.
Izumo Tea Factory continues to produce delicious covered teas every year, but this year's Meiryoku has the best taste and aroma of the covered teas. Please enjoy this well-balanced tea, both hot and iced.
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