Tin 50g Edition
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8567EDPRE

AKANE UKIYOE

Green tea | Japan

Tin 50g Edition

TASTING NOTE

Akane: The brilliance of Amanatsu mandarin in an exceptional green tea

Discover Akane, a signature creation from Lupicia that celebrates the perfect harmony between the tradition of Japanese green tea and the vibrancy of citrus. This refined blend combines the sweet and tangy flavor of Amanatsu mandarin (an iconic Japanese citrus fruit) with the refreshing taste of grapefruit.

Flavor profile

Akane green tea is distinguished by its bright, clear yellow liquor. Upon opening the bag, zesty aromas are released, carried by a base of green tea selected for its finesse. On the palate, the initial taste is lively: the citrus notes are enhanced by a touch of pink peppercorn, which adds a subtle spicy tension, while marigold and mallow petals contribute a floral sweetness.

Why choose Lupicia's Akane green tea?

  • Origin: Japan: An authentic green tea guaranteeing superior quality and preserved antioxidant properties.
  • Unique Flavors: Amanatsu offers a rare taste experience, typical of Japanese terroirs, more subtle than a classic mandarin.
  • Versatility: Excellent hot for a relaxing moment, it's also delicious as iced tea for a refreshing summer break.
  • Iconic Packaging: Available loose or in our famous illustrated metal tins, perfect for gifting or preserving the freshness of the leaves.

Preparation Tips

Sencha Akane is a delicate green tea that requires careful attention during brewing to avoid burning the leaves and preserve its natural sweetness:

  • Temperature: Use water between 75°C and 85°C. Too high a temperature will extract the tannins too aggressively, masking the tea's floral subtlety.
  • Brewing Time: A brewing time of 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes is recommended for the first cup.
  • Dosage: Use approximately 2,5g to 3g of tea (one heaped teaspoon) per 150ml of water.
  • Re-infusions: Like all high-quality green teas, Akane can be brewed up to 2 times. For subsequent infusions, you can slightly increase the temperature and reduce the brewing time to 30 seconds.

Specifications

  • Ingredients: Green tea, pink pepper, marigold, mallow, aroma
  • Type of tea and origin: Green tea from Japa
  • Can be re-infused: 1 - 2 times
  • Number of infusions for 50g: about 20
  • Reference : 8567

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Special edition

AKANE UKIYOE

Green tea | Japan

classé dans : Our Signature teas


TASTING NOTE

Akane: The brilliance of Amanatsu mandarin in an exceptional green tea

Discover Akane, a signature creation from Lupicia that celebrates the perfect harmony between the tradition of Japanese green tea and the vibrancy of citrus. This refined blend combines the sweet and tangy flavor of Amanatsu mandarin (an iconic Japanese citrus fruit) with the refreshing taste of grapefruit.

Flavor profile

Akane green tea is distinguished by its bright, clear yellow liquor. Upon opening the bag, zesty aromas are released, carried by a base of green tea selected for its finesse. On the palate, the initial taste is lively: the citrus notes are enhanced by a touch of pink peppercorn, which adds a subtle spicy tension, while marigold and mallow petals contribute a floral sweetness.

Why choose Lupicia's Akane green tea?

  • Origin: Japan: An authentic green tea guaranteeing superior quality and preserved antioxidant properties.
  • Unique Flavors: Amanatsu offers a rare taste experience, typical of Japanese terroirs, more subtle than a classic mandarin.
  • Versatility: Excellent hot for a relaxing moment, it's also delicious as iced tea for a refreshing summer break.
  • Iconic Packaging: Available loose or in our famous illustrated metal tins, perfect for gifting or preserving the freshness of the leaves.

Preparation Tips

Sencha Akane is a delicate green tea that requires careful attention during brewing to avoid burning the leaves and preserve its natural sweetness:

  • Temperature: Use water between 75°C and 85°C. Too high a temperature will extract the tannins too aggressively, masking the tea's floral subtlety.
  • Brewing Time: A brewing time of 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes is recommended for the first cup.
  • Dosage: Use approximately 2,5g to 3g of tea (one heaped teaspoon) per 150ml of water.
  • Re-infusions: Like all high-quality green teas, Akane can be brewed up to 2 times. For subsequent infusions, you can slightly increase the temperature and reduce the brewing time to 30 seconds.

Specifications

  • Ingredients: Green tea, pink pepper, marigold, mallow, aroma
  • Type of tea and origin: Green tea from Japa
  • Can be re-infused: 1 - 2 times
  • Number of infusions for 50g: about 20
  • Reference : 8567

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  • Amanatsu Mandarin (Citrus natsudaidai)

    Amanatsu is the signature ingredient that gives Akane tea its unique and distinctly Japanese character. Here's everything you need to know about this exceptional citrus fruit:

    • Origin: Japan (primarily grown in the sunny regions of Yamaguchi and Ehime).
    • Meaning: Its name comes from "Ama" (sweet) and "Natsu" (summer), although it is harvested in the spring.
    • Flavor Profile: A rare balance between the sweetness of a traditional mandarin, the bright acidity of lemon, and the refined bitterness of grapefruit.
    • Seasonality: Harvested after overwintering on the tree, it concentrates a maximum of essential oils in its peel, which intensely perfumes the green tea leaves.
    • Texture and Aroma: Its thick peel contains powerful zesty essences that provide a fresh and sparkling top note, ideal for thirst-quenching teas.
  • Why is it a choice ingredient for tea?

    Unlike a regular orange, the Amanatsu has a complex aromatic structure that doesn't disappear during brewing. In the Akane blend, it enhances the vegetal base of Japanese green tea without overpowering it, offering a lingering finish that is both fruity and subtly spicy.

    Succumb to the brilliance of Amanatsu with Akane Green Tea

    Enjoy a unique tasting experience where the tradition of Japanese green tea meets the rarity of Amanatsu. This exclusive pairing, a signature of the Lupicia house, transforms each cup into a moment of pure freshness. Whether you are a lover of citrus teas or seeking new Japanese flavors, Akane tea is an invitation to travel to the heart of Japan's orchards.

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