Karigane (Kukicha)

Kukicha or Bocha is a tea made mostly from twigs.  Kukicha from Gyokuro stems and twigs is often referred to as Karigane.  This Karigane is from Uji, Japan. 

Karigane or Kukicha has less caffeine than other Japanese green teas.   It is suitable for evening sipping or for drinking to vegetate all day.        



Karigane

Type:  Green     Producing Country:  Japan    Preparation:  75°C 2 Min

Dry Leaf:  There are light green tea stems and some darker green leaves, combined to give out the aroma of seaweed. 
Wet Leaf:  The wet leaves are vegetal (freshly cooked spinach).   
Liquor:      The tea is pale lime/yellow green.  It is smooth, fresh, savory and not at all astringent.

Tee Score:  4 out of 5