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Kamairicha with electric kettle in the back

How to Brew Japanese Green Tea

The guide below is the standard method in Japan, so following these steps can help you effortlessly recreate the authentic flavours.   While this video is...

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The Differences Between Sencha Powder and Matcha Powder

The Differences Between Sencha Powder and Matcha Powder

When shopping for green tea powder, you might have noticed that there are  two types; sencha powder (a.k.a funmatsucha 粉末茶) and matcha powder. Although they may...

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Tea Pairing in Toronto: Castle & Coal

Tea Pairing in Toronto: Castle & Coal

Hello there!  My name is Avery, the founder of the green tea shop. During this pandemic, one thing that has hugely contributed to my mental...

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Tea Cultivar Profile: Okuyutaka

Tea Cultivar Profile: Okuyutaka

Name Okuyutaka (おくゆたか) literally translates as "deep rich" (Oku means "deep” and Yutaka means "rich" or "abundant").  As its name indicates, this cultivar is known...

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All About Teas From Kyushu

All About Teas From Kyushu

Kyushu is the southernmost island in Japan and a great place to visit if you are looking to enjoy city life, nature, and delicious food....

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How to Make Cold Brew Tea

How to Make Cold Brew Tea

Mizudashi (水出し), or cold brew tea, is a great summer drink to keep you cool and refreshed while combating the hot and humid weather. It...

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Tea Cultivar Profile: Yabukita

Tea Cultivar Profile: Yabukita

Name Yabukita literally translates as "north shrub" (Yabu means "shrub" and Kita means "north"). The cultivar was named by a renowned tea researcher named Hikosaburō...

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Tea Cultivar Profile: Tsuyuhikari

Tea Cultivar Profile: Tsuyuhikari

Name Tsuyuhikari (つゆひかり) is pronounced as tsu-YOU-he-kah-ree. The name literally translates as "dew light." (Tsuyu means "dew" and Hikari means "light.")  The name Tsuyuhikari combines the...

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Best water for Japanese green tea

The Best Water for Japanese Green Tea

When you think about a great cup of Japanese green tea, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the quality of the leaves....

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