Kukicha Green Tea

Kukicha is a Japanese green tea that is made from the stems and leaves of the tea plant. Kukicha has a sweeter, lighter flavor than other types of green tea. Sourced from Shizuoka, Japan, this tea is very high in antioxidants and extremely low in caffeine, making it a traditional favorite for all ages.

Cups Per Package

This luxury loose leaf Kukicha Green Tea is carefully blended and packaged by hand in a reusable tin or a resealable kraft bag. Our 4 oz. tin or kraft bag makes approximately 35 – 40 cups of tea. Our 8 oz. kraft bag makes approximately 70 – 80 cups.

Ingredients

Green tea (Origin: Shizuoka, Japan)

How To Brew Kukicha

Use 1 level teaspoon per 6 oz. water. Heat water until briskly steaming (not boiling). Steep for 3 minutes.

It’s a good idea to brew this tea using a a teapot, tea infuser, or tea filter, since these brewing methods give the tea leaves more room to expand.

Kukicha Caffeine Content

Kukicha is is very low in caffeine.

Kukicha Benefits

Green tea boosts energy, enhances mood, and helps with focus.

More About Kukicha

Kukicha is a Japanese green tea made from the stems and leaves of the tea plant. It has a pleasantly sweet, vegetal taste. Low in caffeine and high in antioxidants, Kukicha is also sometimes known as twig tea, thanks to the presence of small twigs and stems in the tea. It has a light body and a soft, almost buttery finish.

Our Kukicha is sourced from Shizuoka, Japan. Kukicha is a great option if you’re interested in enjoying a Japanese green tea but want one with a lower caffeine content than a shade-grown green tea.