Special edition
8035EDPRE

BONAPARTE N°40

Black tea + Green tea | Japan

TASTING NOTE

Bonaparte No. 40: The Imperial Alliance Between Japan and India

Bonaparte No. 40 is a special edition created exclusively for France by the experts and sommeliers of Lupicia. Conceived as a sensory bridge between East and West, this blend is a true connoisseur's delight. It combines one of Japan's rarest green teas with the springtime nobility of the Himalayan foothills.

A highly precise blend (70% Green / 30% Black)

This masterful balance rests on two exceptional pillars:

  • Miyazaki Kama-iri tea (70%): This rare green tea from southern Japan is distinguished by its ancestral production method. Unlike most Japanese teas, which are steamed, the leaves are heated in a wok. This process gives it warmer, less briny, vegetal notes than a classic Sencha. Interestingly, it was the very first tea exported from Japan to Europe.
  • Spring Darjeeling (30%): The true "Champagne of teas," this first flush black tea is particularly prized in France. It lends the blend its elegant structure and legendary finesse.

The secret of Miyazaki Kama-iri cha:

Bonaparte No. 40 derives its rarity from Kama-iri cha, a confidential specialty of the Miyazaki province in southern Japan. Unlike 99% of Japanese teas, which are steamed, this tea is heated in a wok using an age-old method.

  • A cauldron aroma ("Kamaka"): This high-temperature heating in a cast-iron cauldron transforms the raw vegetal notes into rounder, sweeter, and slightly roasted aromas, reminiscent of fresh hazelnut.
  • Historical heritage: The first Japanese tea to travel to Europe, it embodies the original link between East and West.
  • The perfect match: Its warming character balances the natural astringency of classic green tea, blending seamlessly with the fruity muscatel notes of spring Darjeeling.

Aromatic profile

Bonaparte No. 40 contains no added flavorings. Its complexity comes solely from the quality of the selected leaves:

  • Top notes: A delicate floral bouquet reminiscent of acacia honey.
  • Heart notes: The characteristic fruitiness of Darjeeling with hints of muscatel grape.
  • Finish: A beautiful length on the palate, carried by the toasty, vegetal sweetness of Kama-iri cha.

Why choose Bonaparte Tea No. 40?

  • Lupicia Exclusive: A unique recipe created exclusively for the Parisian boutique.
  • 100% Natural Tea: No artificial flavorings, just the pure expression of two prestigious terroirs.
  • Botanical Rarity: A rare opportunity to taste Kama-iri cha, a confidential specialty from the Miyazaki province.

Preparation tips

To respect the delicate nature of this spring and wok-roasted green tea blend:

  • Water Temperature: 85°C - 95°C. A moderate temperature to avoid burning the acacia notes and preserve the sweetness of the Kama-iri cha. Spring or filtered water is recommended.
  • Brewing Time: 1 to 1'30 minutes. This time allows for perfect harmony between the vibrancy of the green tea and the body of the Darjeeling.
  • Dosage: Use approximately 2g to 2,5g of tea (one heaped teaspoon) per 150ml of water.
  • Re-infusions: The exceptional quality of these leaves allows for 1 to 2 successive re-infusions, revealing different nuances with each infusion.
  • Iced tea: This tea is wonderful when cold-brewed, where its muscat notes become particularly crisp and refreshing.

Specifications

  • Ingredients: Green tea, black tea
  • Type of tea and origin: Blend of green tea (Japan) type Kama-iri cha and Darjeeling black tea (India)
  • Can be re-infused: 1 - 2 times
  • Number of infusions for 50g: about 20
  • Réference : 8035

Discover our japanese green teas

Ref. 8035EDPRE
Special edition

BONAPARTE N°40

Black tea + Green tea | Japan

classé dans : Our Signature teas

TASTING NOTE

Bonaparte No. 40: The Imperial Alliance Between Japan and India

Bonaparte No. 40 is a special edition created exclusively for France by the experts and sommeliers of Lupicia. Conceived as a sensory bridge between East and West, this blend is a true connoisseur's delight. It combines one of Japan's rarest green teas with the springtime nobility of the Himalayan foothills.

A highly precise blend (70% Green / 30% Black)

This masterful balance rests on two exceptional pillars:

  • Miyazaki Kama-iri tea (70%): This rare green tea from southern Japan is distinguished by its ancestral production method. Unlike most Japanese teas, which are steamed, the leaves are heated in a wok. This process gives it warmer, less briny, vegetal notes than a classic Sencha. Interestingly, it was the very first tea exported from Japan to Europe.
  • Spring Darjeeling (30%): The true "Champagne of teas," this first flush black tea is particularly prized in France. It lends the blend its elegant structure and legendary finesse.

The secret of Miyazaki Kama-iri cha:

Bonaparte No. 40 derives its rarity from Kama-iri cha, a confidential specialty of the Miyazaki province in southern Japan. Unlike 99% of Japanese teas, which are steamed, this tea is heated in a wok using an age-old method.

  • A cauldron aroma ("Kamaka"): This high-temperature heating in a cast-iron cauldron transforms the raw vegetal notes into rounder, sweeter, and slightly roasted aromas, reminiscent of fresh hazelnut.
  • Historical heritage: The first Japanese tea to travel to Europe, it embodies the original link between East and West.
  • The perfect match: Its warming character balances the natural astringency of classic green tea, blending seamlessly with the fruity muscatel notes of spring Darjeeling.

Aromatic profile

Bonaparte No. 40 contains no added flavorings. Its complexity comes solely from the quality of the selected leaves:

  • Top notes: A delicate floral bouquet reminiscent of acacia honey.
  • Heart notes: The characteristic fruitiness of Darjeeling with hints of muscatel grape.
  • Finish: A beautiful length on the palate, carried by the toasty, vegetal sweetness of Kama-iri cha.

Why choose Bonaparte Tea No. 40?

  • Lupicia Exclusive: A unique recipe created exclusively for the Parisian boutique.
  • 100% Natural Tea: No artificial flavorings, just the pure expression of two prestigious terroirs.
  • Botanical Rarity: A rare opportunity to taste Kama-iri cha, a confidential specialty from the Miyazaki province.

Preparation tips

To respect the delicate nature of this spring and wok-roasted green tea blend:

  • Water Temperature: 85°C - 95°C. A moderate temperature to avoid burning the acacia notes and preserve the sweetness of the Kama-iri cha. Spring or filtered water is recommended.
  • Brewing Time: 1 to 1'30 minutes. This time allows for perfect harmony between the vibrancy of the green tea and the body of the Darjeeling.
  • Dosage: Use approximately 2g to 2,5g of tea (one heaped teaspoon) per 150ml of water.
  • Re-infusions: The exceptional quality of these leaves allows for 1 to 2 successive re-infusions, revealing different nuances with each infusion.
  • Iced tea: This tea is wonderful when cold-brewed, where its muscat notes become particularly crisp and refreshing.

Specifications

  • Ingredients: Green tea, black tea
  • Type of tea and origin: Blend of green tea (Japan) type Kama-iri cha and Darjeeling black tea (India)
  • Can be re-infused: 1 - 2 times
  • Number of infusions for 50g: about 20
  • Réference : 8035

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  • Miyazaki Kama-iri tea

    Kama-iri tea is a rare gem in the world of Japanese tea. While 99% of Japanese tea production (such as Sencha or Matcha) uses steaming to stop the oxidation of the leaves, Kama-iri tea perpetuates an ancestral method originating in China.

    Miyazaki Province: A Terroir of Character

    Located on the island of Kyushu in southern Japan, Miyazaki benefits from a humid subtropical climate, fertile volcanic soils, and abundant sunshine. This wild and mountainous region is the historical birthplace of Kama-iri tea. The pure air of the area gives the leaves a unique aromatic vibrancy and natural sweetness.

    The Secret of Wok (Kama) Production

    Unlike the "Shime" (steaming) method, the fresh leaves are tossed into large cast-iron cauldrons (Kama) heated to approximately 300°C.

    • The "Scent" of Heating: This wok heating process neutralizes enzymes while developing a characteristic aroma called Kamaka (cauldron aroma).
    • Warm Notes: This process reduces the bright herbaceous and marine notes of classic green tea to reveal rounder, slightly roasted, and very smooth aromas, reminiscent of fresh hazelnut.
    • A Natural Shape: The leaves are not shaped into needles (like Sencha) but retain a naturally curled shape, a hallmark of this artisanal processing.

  • Why was this tea chosen for Bonaparte No. 40?

    Lupicia's experts made no mistake:

    • Complementarity with Darjeeling: The warm, vegetal notes of Kama-iri cha blend perfectly with the floral (acacia) and fruity (muscat) character of spring Darjeeling.
    • A Historical Note: As the first Japanese tea exported to Europe, it symbolizes the starting point of the encounter between Japan and the French palate, perfectly embodying the spirit of our Parisian boutique.


    By choosing Bonaparte No. 40, you gain access to a confidential specialty, often reserved for connoisseurs in Japan. The combination of this "wok-roasted" green tea with the nobility of Darjeeling creates a masterful balance, free from any artifice. It is a tea of ​​texture, lingering flavor, and terroir.

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