sannen bancha is a rare, deeply satisfying japanese green tea made from bancha (autumn-harvested) leaves that are aged for three years and then gently roasted, yielding a rich, earthy cup with remarkably low astringency and minimal caffeine. the extended aging and roasting develop savory, toasted notes and a mellow body that make it suitable for people of all ages and drinkable at all hours. an ideal after-dinner choice, sannen bancha is comforting without the caffeine rush and many drinkers find it soothing to the stomach. other sannen banchas can include significant quantities of twigs and branches, but brooklyn tea table sources a product that primarily consists of leaves and some stems.
excellent either hot or cold brewed, this is a top pick for a year round, anytime of day tea that provides a chance to try something new.
season: autumn
origin: shimane prefecture
hot brew instructions:
1 tbsp (4g) per 6oz (175ml) water, 212F for 2-3 minutes
steep up to four times, increasing temperature and/or brew length with each steep. unlike other green teas, stem tea can be brewed with boiling water if preferred.
alternately, simmer on a low boil for 10-15 minutes
always adjust steeping method to personal taste
cold brew instructions:
use 10-15g per liter of water
seal and store in the refrigerator for 3-15 hours and enjoy
tea leaves can be re-brewed with boiling water after cold brewing
storage: keep sealed in an airtight container away from odors, light, moisture, and heat. storage is recommended either in a tea canister or in resealed original packaging.
sannen bancha is a rare, deeply satisfying japanese green tea made from bancha (autumn-harvested) leaves that are aged for three years and then gently roasted, yielding a rich, earthy cup with remarkably low astringency and minimal caffeine. the extended aging and roasting develop savory, toasted notes and a mellow body that make it suitable for people of all ages and drinkable at all hours. an ideal after-dinner choice, sannen bancha is comforting without the caffeine rush and many drinkers find it soothing to the stomach. other sannen banchas can include significant quantities of twigs and branches, but brooklyn tea table sources a product that primarily consists of leaves and some stems.
excellent either hot or cold brewed, this is a top pick for a year round, anytime of day tea that provides a chance to try something new.
season: autumn
origin: shimane prefecture
hot brew instructions:
1 tbsp (4g) per 6oz (175ml) water, 212F for 2-3 minutes
steep up to four times, increasing temperature and/or brew length with each steep. unlike other green teas, stem tea can be brewed with boiling water if preferred.
alternately, simmer on a low boil for 10-15 minutes
always adjust steeping method to personal taste
cold brew instructions:
use 10-15g per liter of water
seal and store in the refrigerator for 3-15 hours and enjoy
tea leaves can be re-brewed with boiling water after cold brewing
storage: keep sealed in an airtight container away from odors, light, moisture, and heat. storage is recommended either in a tea canister or in resealed original packaging.