{"product_id":"2026-first-harvest-cold-brew-sencha-100g","title":"2026 First Harvest Cold-Brew Sencha 冷煎茶 | 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Kagoshima, Japan\u003cbr\u003e「本物だけをお客様に届ける」\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a refreshing expression of Japanese green tea with Nippon Cha's 2026 Cold-Brew Sencha, specially selected from Kagoshima, Japan, for cold-water brewing.\u003cbr\u003eSlowly steeped in cold water, the tea reveals a beautifully clear golden-green liquor with a smooth, refreshing character. Delicate natural sweetness and mellow umami are balanced by the fresh aroma and gentle astringency characteristic of Japanese sencha, finishing clean and crisp on the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCold brewing offers a softer and more refreshing way to experience sencha, making this tea especially enjoyable on warm days or as an everyday alternative to sweetened beverages. Simply prepare it in advance, refrigerate it, and enjoy it chilled throughout the day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eFresh • Smooth • Mellow Umami • Delicate Sweetness • Clean Finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Green Tea \/ Sencha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation: \u003c\/strong\u003eCold Brew\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e First Harvest of 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Brew Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 5g of sencha tea leaves to a large container and pour in 350ml of filtered cold water (or adjust to taste). Refrigerate for 6-8 hours, gently shake 2-3 times, then remove the tea leaves and enjoy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltered water is recommended to avoid impurities and chlorine that may affect flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour 80°C (176°F) water over the tea leaves and steep for 45 seconds to I minute. Adjust the steeping time to your preferred strength. Also delicious served over ice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Add honey for a sweeter taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Longer steeping produces a stronger flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Remove tea leaves after brewing to prevent over-extraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cold brewing creates a smoother, less astringent taste while enhancing natural sweetness and umami.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NIPPON CHA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46405788860450,"sku":null,"price":29.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2253\/1091\/files\/COLDBREWSENCHA_2026_v1.png?v=1786678899","url":"https:\/\/nipponcha.us\/products\/2026-first-harvest-cold-brew-sencha-100g","provider":"NIPPON CHA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}