We interviewed Osamu Hayashi, whose family farm produces some of Japan’s finest organic tea. Read his account of the farm’s humble beginnings and the importance of traditional farming in a modern world.
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A simple Whiskey Soda is one of the most popular drinks in Japan. This version brings a bit more flavor and sweetness through the addition of warming ginger beer, and an easy-to-make green tea simple syrup.
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With June being #nationalicedteamonth, we couldn’t think of a better time to share our method for ice brewing (also known as kooridashi) Gyokuro tea. Gyokuro, with its strong umami character and brothy notes of sea air, is a perfect candidate for the ice brew method.
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The Dalgona Matcha is a tea-based alternative to the coffee original and it deserves a place in your morning quarantine routine. This easy recipe requires only a few ingredients and a bit of exercise by way of whipping. Follow along below!
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Like ripe morels, pungent ramps, and tender fiddlehead ferns, cherry blossoms (sakura) are one of spring’s fleeting culinary pleasures. These fluffy and irresistibly pink blossoms are a harbinger of warmer days and their appearance on plates and snacks throughout Japan is a national obsession. Learn how to preserve cherry blossoms and brew a unique herbal tea.
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What’s the difference? It’s all in the terroir.
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A green spin on a sweet winter treat.
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Discover the fascinating ritual of the Japanese tea ceremony.
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Tea has deeply affected Japanese culture and history, inspiring innovations in artistry while also cementing relationships and good manners. Yet the Japanese tea tradition is still alive and vivid, as easy to appreciate as a warm, freshly brewed cup of sencha.
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