SENCHA GREEN TEA LEAVES Camellia sinensis var. Sinensis Brewers Best Dried 4oz

One of the world’s most popular green teas. Made from early season Shincha tea leaves.  Sencha by tradition is a Japanese tea variety, but green tea originated in China and found its way to Japan with traveling monks in ancient times. Sencha became a daily drinker, favored by the common populace and is the most popular tea in Japan, as opposed to the more ceremonial varieties. Has a strong, bright color with a wonderful aroma and a sweet delicate taste.  Leaves can be steeped multiple times until the flavor is gone.  Resealable 4oz bag.