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Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

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Learn all the secrets of the Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

The Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder is designed to be cold brewed. The matcha releases into the infusion to produce a cloudy color and fruity flavor

Taste

Discover the results of Nio Teas’ 4 step tea tasting method

To evaluate the flavor of the Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder we look for a combination of the aroma and also how the tea interacts with the palate. Does it produce a dryness, acidity, minerality, sweetness or umami? We’ll also evaluate the texture of the tea, otherwise known as mouthfeel. Finally, for sencha tea, we’ll evaluate it based on how vegetal the taste profile is as this is a common characteristic throughout most sencha teas. 

Step 1 - Observing the Appearance

The appearance of the sencha with matcha powder is light green, as the sencha leaves are coated with matcha powder.

Step 2 - Assessing the Aroma

There is a strong, fruity aroma coming off of the leaves which transforms into a steamed vegetable aroma as the leaves are soaked.

Step 3 - Tasting the Tea

The shizuku sencha with matcha powder begins with a nice round sweetness and later transforms into this powerful steamed vegetable and umami flavor that dominates the mid-palate. The tea then finishes with a light acidity without any dryness.

Step 4 - Evaluating the sensation on the palate

The mouthfeel of this tea is rich and thick thanks to the addition of the matcha powder, but it still has this light playful acidity and minerality. There is very little dryness, but an intense umami and a mild sweetness that starts off strong and then dissipates.

100% Organically grown and Ethically Sourced

At Nio, we proudly work with tea farmers who prioritize organic farming methods and avoid the use of harmful pesticides or chemicals. We believe that this natural approach to farming not only enhances the flavor of the tea, but also promotes the health and sustainability of the tea fields.

Based on our experience, tea plantations that employ these organic farming techniques cultivate robust and thriving tea plants, while also fostering a vibrant ecosystem that supports a diverse range of plant and animal species. We are proud to support such sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices in the production of our teas.

Nio Teas Unique Organically grown sourcing process

  • Taste Testing: We conduct comprehensive taste tests to identify the best flavor profiles for each tea. We believe that the taste of tea is crucial, and we are committed to sourcing teas that offer exceptional flavors and unique characteristics.
  • Farmer Communication: We maintain open communication channels with our partner farmers to learn about their organic and chemical-free farming practices. This allows us to ensure that the teas we source are produced using sustainable and environmentally-friendly methods.
  • Field Visits: We personally visit the tea fields to assess the quality of the crops and manufacturing facilities. This hands-on approach allows us to closely inspect the tea plants and their surroundings to ensure that they meet our stringent quality standards.
  • Ecosystem Evaluation: In addition to assessing the tea plants, we also evaluate the surrounding ecosystem. We ensure that the plant and wildlife species in the tea fields are able to thrive, and we prioritize sourcing teas that are cultivated in harmony with the natural environment.

JAS Certified

At Nio, we take pride in partnering with tea farmers who adhere to organic and pesticide-free farming practices. Some of our teas, including this one, carry the JAS logo, indicating compliance with the Japanese Agriculture Standards. These standards, established by the Japanese government, ensure that tea plants are grown without the use of pesticides or chemicals.

For larger tea farmers, we require JAS certification, which involves rigorous soil sampling and analysis to ensure the tea is produced in accordance with organic and pesticide-free standards. However, we understand that smaller tea farmers may not have the resources for soil testing. In such cases, we accept the "pesticide-free" label to allow tea lovers to discover their teas, while still maintaining our commitment to sustainability and quality.

How to prepare the tea

Even though the shizuku sencha was designed to be a cold brew, it also works incredibly well as a hot brew tea. Let’s walk through how to prepare this tea as a hot brewed tea, and then we’ll get into the cold brewing methods.

  • Step 1

    Heat up some water to a temperature of 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit)

  • Step 2

    Add 5 grams of the shizuku sencha to your teapot or strainer

  • Step 3

    Pour in 150ml of the hot water into the teapot and let the leaves sit for 1 minute

  • Step 4

    After the leaves are done brewing, you can pour out the tea and enjoy your delicious shizuku sencha!

  • 2nd brew

    Even though the matcha will be released in the first brewing of the shizuku sencha, there is still plenty of flavor left to be had in the leaves! You can brew the tea leaves 2-3 more times and get completely different cups of tea. Just use the same temperature water and a brewing time of 20 seconds

  • Cold brew

    When you cold brew green teas, you extract less of the bitterness so you’re left with a smoother and sweeter tea. If you want to brew the shizuku using this method, you can add 5 grams of leaves to a pitcher or a cup, pour in 150ml of room temperature or chilled water and let the tea sit for 3 hours. When you come back, you should have a cool, refreshing cup of green tea waiting for you!

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Necessary teaware

To make a tasty cup of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder, you will require a kyusu teapot. The best type of teapot for this is the kyusu teapot, which has a round mesh filter that helps strain the tea leaves as you pour. If you don't use this specific teapot, there is a risk of the fukamushi sencha becoming clogged while pouring and overbrewing the tea.

Alternative without teaware

In case you do not have a teapot available, we suggest using a tea strainer for the Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder. This will help separate the tea leaves while pouring, preventing overbrewing of the tea.

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Location of production and farmer

Information about the farm

This tea comes to us from the farmer Mr. Nuruki, a talented young farmer in Chiran. Mr. Nuruki operates a small farm in southern Japan where he is able to cultivate a wide range of tea plant varieties. He has been successful in blending these different tea varieties together to create a number of fantastic tea blends. These tea blends incorporate the best aspects of each tea variety, to create flavors that are well balanced and unique.

Sourced in Chiran, Kagoshima

Japan

This tea is grown in the small town of Chiran in the southernmost tip of Kyushu. This region greatly benefits from the mild subtropical climate and the volcanic activity, creating nutrient rich soils and mild winters. Because this area is so warm, it allows for the growth of more delicate tea plant varieties, producing lighter and sweeter green teas.

Cultivar and tea plant variety

This tea is made with a blend of 4 different tea cultivars, Yabukita, Asatsuyu, Asanoka and Yutaka Midori.

  • Yabukita

    Yabukita is the most common tea cultivar in Japan, known for its strong grassy or vegetal characteristics and bold umami flavors.

  • Asatsuyu

    Asatsuyu means “clear green” and it is known for producing smooth and sweet green teas even when it is unshaded.

  • Asanoka

    Asanoka tends to produce a nice sweetness in the tea, a medium umami flavor and a pleasant cereal or starchy note.

  • Yutaka Midori

    Yutaka Midori is the second most popular tea variety in Japan and the name means “abundant green” as a reference to its vibrant green color and strong, steamed vegetable taste profile.

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Returns & Refunds

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 42 reviews.

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

A Nio video recommended this for Cold Brew. I have been trying lots of Sencha to try to find one that holds up with ice to drink throughout the day. I increased the recommended 5 grams to 6grams/ 500ml water/3 hours in fridge, decant and prepare a second and a third brew as the picture shows. The first brew was perfect. Good flavor, the matcha adds just the right umph. The second and third brews had a lot flavor the first time when I used 5 grams so I’m looking forward to seeing how a 4th brew holds up this time using the 6 grams. Very flavorful and enjoyable tasting cold brew tea. I will be reordering both this and the other recommended cold brew Gyrokuro Karigane soon! There is so much to learn about different Japanese greens so I really appreciate the blogs and videos from Nio, but especially being able to buy authentic Japanese tea from a US source to support the tea farmers and to avoid customs and international delivery costs. Thank you Nio!!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

This is my third time buying this one and it’s one of my absolute favorites! Really nice umami and brothy flavors. Consistency of the tea is quite nice.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

This is a go-to favourite of mine with tart notes of apricots and a bright green hue. It's great and sweet tea for waking up in the morning!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

A lovely morning brew with a vibrant green colour and slight tasting notes of apricot! A must have for waking up!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Great tea for cold brew, sencha in combination with matcha is a good idea also for people who don't like the strong taste of pure matcha.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Great Sencha tee with matcha oomph…best after lunch in the early afternoon or after breakfast!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Unexpectedly, a great, soft taste working fantastically for both hot and cold brews. I bought it not thinking much but it turned out to be a great surprise and is part of my permanent collection on reorder now.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Interesting sencha. Warm dry leaves have a very savory aroma. Pours a very vibrant green with a nice little layer of foam. Very leggy, thick brew. It's full bodied. There's Journey from sweet to bitter through each steep. Starts out very sweet and umami with almost no bitterness but progresses along the scale until a bite of bitter with the last sip. Each progressive steep goes through this journey until around 4 when the matcha has all washed through and your left with a dry and refreshing minerality. Not my favorite, but certainly fun and interesting!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

This is a tea that tasted different with each steep I had of it, which is always fascinating! The dry leaves gave off aromas of sweetness, honey, and melon. Once wet, I got sweet honey and melon aromas again, but these were lighter. During the first infusion, I got lots of earthy, matcha, steamed vegetables, umami, and some sweet notes too!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Incredible powerful sencha! The loghtness of high grade sencha combined with the power and body of good matcha. Korodashi brewing higly Recommended

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

An exceptional mix of sencha and matcha, designed specifically to be cold infused; and me, I took the advice! A vivid green color, deep and bright, definitely given also by the presence of matcha. Fresh, herbaceous, sweet and umami taste, a flavor that lingers on the palate, and knows how to refresh hot summer days. Absolutely a must try! Follow me at @gong.fu.panda on insta for more tea reviews ad discounts!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Customer photo review of Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

It's very vegetal and savory (as senchas tend to be) with a very umami-forward character. The liquor is very thick and has that bright, verdant, radioactive look to it that I just love. I haven't had very many Japanese teas before but this sencha is definitely one of the best I've had, I may have to get some more!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Usually other brands blend matcha with cheap sencha. This product has a really good sencha as its base and that makes it a great brew hot or iced !

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder is one of my favorite green tea now. It is super green, feeling like taste the deep forest, invigorating and satisfying at the same time. Highly recommended.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

Excellent for cold brewing! This sencha is full of refreshing sweet grassy and umami flavour with hints of mint. The taste of tea gets more intense with last sips.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

I bought this tea for cold brewing. I enjoy drinking it in the afternoon. Sweet smooth taste, no bitterness at all. 5gr of tea in 500ml of cold water for three hours. I will definitely buy it again.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

We brew the tea cold which lasts for two days. We have 3-4 cups a day. It is sorefreshing that it has quickly established itself as part of our diet. Many thanks, Nio Teas.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

I love this tea. I use it mostly as a cold brew because it has a wonderful vegetable taste. It tastes so healthy, and the green color is gorgeous. Before a long drive, I will cold brew about 40 ounces and drink it along the way. If I am sitting at my desk for a while, I will do the same. I highly recommend this tea for anyone who likes Japanese Green Tea, especially very green tea, colorwise.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

100/10 i have never tried a tea with matcha powder in it before but this is AMAZING. i definitely recommend this one, the smooth matcha powder mutes out the astringency that green tea usually has, it’s a really good combination that i wouldn’t have thought of myself

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

I am absolutely in love with this sencha! The combination of green tea leaves and matcha powder gives it that sweet and fruity taste I really haven't been able to find elsewhere

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

The flavor of this sencha is simply out of this world! It's so smooth and sweet, and the matcha power gives it that added punch that really makes the cold brew

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

It's so cool to see matcha powder blended with tea leaves in this sencha. The flavor is simply amazing, with a sweetness and fruity taste that I can't get enough of. And that color is just spectacular!

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

I'm so impressed by how green and vibrant this sencha is! It's definitely greener than any other sencha I've tried, and the fruity taste is simply amazing.

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

This sencha is such a unique concept I'm really glad I found it! I love how the matcha powder adds that extra kick but its not overpower. I would recommend this to anyone who likes cold brew teas

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

The sweet aroma coming off of the leaves is simply heavenly! I love the smooth and sweet taste of this sencha, and it's now my favorite tea, especially as the weather is getting warmer

Sencha Shizuku with Matcha Powder

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