{"product_id":"private-reserve-tencha-leaves","title":"Private Reserve Tencha Leaves","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom the Private Reserve, these Matcha Leaves (Tencha) are direct from the tea-fields of Uji, Japan.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality above all else, our loose-leaf matcha leaves (known as tencha) represent the savory and energizing complexion of matcha – all from the whole-leaf form which you can steep as a traditional green tea, or use for fresh grinding of matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Tencha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore matcha becomes matcha, it is tencha. The same careful labor, mindfulness, and hand-picked character of our Uji Matcha is poured into these Tencha Leaves – to be enjoyed as a more conventionally steeped tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTencha is naturally high in antioxidants, L-theanine (the calming amino-acid) and has energizing levels of caffeine (about 30mg\/g). Similar to Gyokuro, although Tencha leaves are not rolled during the drying process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatcha Experience in a Steeped Tea or Grinding at-home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Loose-leaf Tencha Leaves are a great segue for the conventional steeped-tea drinker to experience the power of matcha, and vice versa. This product also is perfect for anyone with an at-home matcha grinder who needs a refill of fresh ground matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegetal flavors, full umami complexion, and the floral aromatics truly define this very-most premium Uji Tencha from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Serving Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3tbsp (7-8g) with 1cup (~250ml) of hot water (140-158F), brew 1.5 – 2.5min; about 14 servings in this 100g size product\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarm-direct, sourced exclusively from Uji, Kyoto region of Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients: 100% Japanese Green Tea Tencha Leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Customers report that this is compatible with cuzen for refill matcha leaf and other at-home matcha grinding machines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matcha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32079910207601,"sku":"LLT-TEN-100","price":41.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1456\/8506\/products\/MatchaKari-11.04.20-0025.jpg?v=1623387595","url":"https:\/\/matcha.com\/en-ca\/products\/private-reserve-tencha-leaves","provider":"Matcha.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}