Special edition
8240ED

PLUM GREEN

Green tea | Japan

TASTING NOTE

Japanese Plum Green Tea: The Tangy Brightness of Japanese Ume

A true bestseller, this subtle blend combines the elegance of a high-quality Japanese green tea with the aroma of the Japanese Ume plum, an icon of Japanese culture renowned for its simultaneously sweet, sugary, and delicately tart character.

Aromatic profile

Plum Green Tea is distinguished by its exceptional clarity and smoothness on the palate, guaranteed without any astringency or bitterness.

  • Visually: A golden-yellow liquor with green, crystalline reflections.
  • On the nose: An enchanting fragrance of ripe plum, underscored by particularly pleasant and comforting notes of sweet almond.
  • On the palate: A fruity attack that evolves into a fine acidity. The typical iodine notes of sencha green teas are present, offering a wonderfully refreshing finish. A versatile tea: Hot or Iced.

A versatile tea: Hot or Iced

  • Classic preparation: Ideal for an afternoon break, it pairs perfectly with pastries or can be enjoyed on its own to appreciate its complexity.
  • Iced tea preparation: Thanks to its tangy profile, it is beautifully suited to cold brewing. It then becomes a refreshing, healthy, and naturally fragrant beverage for summer days.

The Lupicia Quality Commitment

  1. Freshness of the harvest: Our green teas are selected for their vibrancy and richness in nutrients.
  2. Subtle flavoring: We ensure that the plum aroma enhances the tea without ever overpowering it.
  3. Iconic packaging: Available loose leaf or in our famous illustrated metal tins, perfect for gifting or preserving the freshness of the leaves.

Preparation Tips

To fully appreciate Plum Green Tea without compromising its delicate flavor, it is crucial to follow the brewing guidelines for Japanese green tea:

  • Temperature: Use spring or filtered water, between 75°C and 85°C. Water that is too hot will make the Sencha bitter and mask the subtle plum aroma.
  • Brewing Time: A short brewing time of 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes is ideal for extracting the fruity sweetness while preserving the tea's lively character.
  • Dosage: Use approximately 2,5g to 3g of tea (one heaped teaspoon) per 150ml of water.
  • Iced Serving: This tea is exquisite iced. Its tangy flavor makes it an extremely refreshing drink for summer afternoons.
  • Re-infusions: Like all high-quality green teas, Plum Green Tea can be brewed up to two times. For subsequent infusions, you can slightly increase the temperature and reduce the steeping time to 30 seconds.
  • The Secret to Iced Tea: Ume plums are exceptional iced. As a cold brew (Mizudashi), it's the perfect drink for summer afternoons.

Specifications

  • Ingredients: Green tea, Japanese plum, aroma
  • Type of tea and origin: Green tea from Japan
  • Can be re-infused: 1 - 2 times
  • Number of infusions for 50g: about 20
  • Reference : 8240

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Ref. 8240ED
Special edition

PLUM GREEN

Green tea | Japan

classé dans : Our Signature teas

TASTING NOTE

Japanese Plum Green Tea: The Tangy Brightness of Japanese Ume

A true bestseller, this subtle blend combines the elegance of a high-quality Japanese green tea with the aroma of the Japanese Ume plum, an icon of Japanese culture renowned for its simultaneously sweet, sugary, and delicately tart character.

Aromatic profile

Plum Green Tea is distinguished by its exceptional clarity and smoothness on the palate, guaranteed without any astringency or bitterness.

  • Visually: A golden-yellow liquor with green, crystalline reflections.
  • On the nose: An enchanting fragrance of ripe plum, underscored by particularly pleasant and comforting notes of sweet almond.
  • On the palate: A fruity attack that evolves into a fine acidity. The typical iodine notes of sencha green teas are present, offering a wonderfully refreshing finish. A versatile tea: Hot or Iced.

A versatile tea: Hot or Iced

  • Classic preparation: Ideal for an afternoon break, it pairs perfectly with pastries or can be enjoyed on its own to appreciate its complexity.
  • Iced tea preparation: Thanks to its tangy profile, it is beautifully suited to cold brewing. It then becomes a refreshing, healthy, and naturally fragrant beverage for summer days.

The Lupicia Quality Commitment

  1. Freshness of the harvest: Our green teas are selected for their vibrancy and richness in nutrients.
  2. Subtle flavoring: We ensure that the plum aroma enhances the tea without ever overpowering it.
  3. Iconic packaging: Available loose leaf or in our famous illustrated metal tins, perfect for gifting or preserving the freshness of the leaves.

Preparation Tips

To fully appreciate Plum Green Tea without compromising its delicate flavor, it is crucial to follow the brewing guidelines for Japanese green tea:

  • Temperature: Use spring or filtered water, between 75°C and 85°C. Water that is too hot will make the Sencha bitter and mask the subtle plum aroma.
  • Brewing Time: A short brewing time of 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes is ideal for extracting the fruity sweetness while preserving the tea's lively character.
  • Dosage: Use approximately 2,5g to 3g of tea (one heaped teaspoon) per 150ml of water.
  • Iced Serving: This tea is exquisite iced. Its tangy flavor makes it an extremely refreshing drink for summer afternoons.
  • Re-infusions: Like all high-quality green teas, Plum Green Tea can be brewed up to two times. For subsequent infusions, you can slightly increase the temperature and reduce the steeping time to 30 seconds.
  • The Secret to Iced Tea: Ume plums are exceptional iced. As a cold brew (Mizudashi), it's the perfect drink for summer afternoons.

Specifications

  • Ingredients: Green tea, Japanese plum, aroma
  • Type of tea and origin: Green tea from Japan
  • Can be re-infused: 1 - 2 times
  • Number of infusions for 50g: about 20
  • Reference : 8240

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  • Japanese Plum (Ume)

    Ume: Much more than just a plum

    The ume (Prunus mume), often called the "Japanese apricot," holds a sacred place in Japanese culture and cuisine. Unlike the sweet, sugary Western plum, the ume is distinguished by its complex aromatic profile, marked by a refreshing acidity and delicate floral notes. It symbolizes the end of winter and renewal, as its blossoms are among the first to bloom, often under the snow.

    Why does Ume enhance green tea?

    In our Green Tea with Plum blend, the use of Japanese plum creates a unique synergy with the tea leaves:

    • A Perfect Sweet-Sour Balance: The natural acidity of the ume cuts through the sometimes overly grassy character of green tea. It brings a liveliness that cleanses the palate and makes each sip particularly refreshing.
    • A springtime fragrance: The aroma of Ume is subtle, evoking both fresh fruit and spring blossoms. It blends harmoniously with the marine sweetness of Sencha.
    • The Umeboshi tradition: In Japan, plums are often eaten salted (Umeboshi) for their digestive benefits. Here, Lupicia captures their fruity and tangy essence to offer a balanced cup that is both invigorating and soothing.

  • The Ume profile in your cup:

    • Fragrance: Floral, lively, and slightly tart.
    • Sensation: A sparkling initial taste that evolves into a vegetal sweetness.
    • The extra touch: In this blend, the presence of dried plum pieces and mallow flowers enhances the visual appeal and silky texture of the infusion.

    Did you know? The plum blossom season (Ume Matsuri) is celebrated in Japan just before the cherry blossom season. This tea evokes a sense of resilience and elegance.

     

    The elegance of japanese tradition

    Green Tea with Plum is an invitation to discover one of the cornerstones of Japanese taste. By combining the nobility of green tea with the vibrancy of Ume plum, Lupicia has created a blend of absolute finesse, ideal for accompanying a meal or for a refreshing break. Its clean finish and tangy notes also make it an exceptional choice for iced tea.

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