Wakoucha
Wakoucha
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Japanese black tea, known as Wakoucha, is a rare and treasured variety produced in limited quantities. Its flavor is typically softer and more refined than that of traditional Indian or Chinese black teas, with subtle fruity, floral, and mildly sweet notes. The leaves, harvested from the same tea plants as Japan's renowned green teas, undergo oxidation, which imparts a rich reddish-brown hue. Wakoucha offers a unique balance of delicacy and depth, making it a favorite among tea enthusiasts seeking something distinctive.
Preparation Guide
Preparation Guide
For preparing Japanese black tea, heat water to approximately 90°C. Add 4 g of tea to a cup and pour in the hot water. Steep the tea for up to 3 minutes, then strain. Enjoy it as is or with milk, according to your preference.
The Wisdom of Tea
The Wisdom of Tea
The Quiet Transformation
Aline, a foreigner, gaijin, always felt a little out of place in Japan. One day her elderly neighbor brought her a box of Wakoucha, Japanese black tea. “Smell it, Aline, ” she said. “A tea that allowed itself to become something else. Once green, now black. Yet still Japanese.” Aline tasted it and understood: there is nothing wrong with change. That day she began to accept her new identity, not as a foreigner, but as someone reshaped by life.
