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Karigane from Mighty Leaf Tea

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Karigane

Green Tea by Mighty Leaf Tea

A green tea from Japan, Karigane is a highly prized twig green tea made in a traditional Japanese Kukicha style. Our Karigane green tea consists of stems and stalks that remain after making reserve Gyokuro green teas. With a fresh green aroma, the flavor is uniquely sweet and delicate. Please note in our brewing instructions that the ideal brewing temperature for this delicate green tea is 140F-160F.

2 Tasting Notes

laurenpressley
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laurenpressley 4 tasting notes

A bit watery taste, but you know you’re drinking green tea. A bit of an aftertaste.

I finally got around to another cup of this, and this time brewed it strongly based on my last tasting note. This cuppa wasn’t watery, it was quite definitely a green tea with a slightly earthy taste. I liked it!

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