Refreshing in summer! Enjoy iced tea made with kamairi-cha

While iced tea often brings to mind black tea, did you know that green tea can also be deliciously enjoyed this way? Among green teas, "Kamairicha" (pan-fired tea) offers a pleasant summer drink with its savory taste and aroma from pan-firing, complemented by a light sweetness. Try this refreshing beverage at home for the hot season.

Iced Tea Isn't Just for Black Tea!

Many people might associate "iced tea" exclusively with black tea. However, in recent years, iced tea made with green tea has been gaining attention.

Among these, "Kamairicha," with its appealing savory taste and mellow mouthfeel characteristic of pan-firing, retains its unique qualities wonderfully when chilled. We invite you to experience a distinctively refreshing Japanese iced tea that's different from black tea.

Kakuhōri Kamairicha Okumidori

This time, we introduce "Kakuhōri Kamairicha Okumidori" from Kagoshima Prefecture.

Using the Okumidori cultivar grown in our own tea gardens, this tea offers a pleasant summer drink with its savory taste and aroma from pan-firing, a traditional Japanese tea production method long cherished in households, complemented by a light sweetness.

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Kakuhōri Kamairicha Okumidori

Iced Tea That's Refreshing Even in Summer

During the hot season, we crave refreshing cold beverages. Kamairicha, when chilled, further enhances its savory and clean flavor, resulting in a smooth-drinking iced tea. Another appeal is that you can enjoy its natural umami and aroma without adding sweeteners, leaving you feeling satisfied.

Tips for Delicious Brewing (Cold Brew & Flash Chill)

There are two ways to enjoy Kamairicha as iced tea: "cold brew" and "flash chill" (brewing with hot water and then chilling with ice).

【Cold Brew】

Instructions:

① Add 10g of tea leaves and 750ml of water to a filter-in bottle.

② Chill in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 hours.

③ Pour into a glass with ice and enjoy.

【Flash Chill】

Instructions:

① Add 3g of tea leaves and 150ml of hot water (90℃) to a teapot.

② Steep for 1 minute.

③ Pour into a glass filled with plenty of ice and enjoy.

Summary | Savor Summer with Savory and Refreshing Kamairicha

It might not be widely known that green tea, not just black tea, can be deliciously enjoyed as iced tea. Among these, Kamairicha is particularly savory with little astringency, and its flavor stands out even when cold.

"Kakuhōri Kamairicha Okumidori" is the perfect beverage for a summer moment. Why not incorporate a touch of Japanese coolness into your usual cold drinks?