SHINCHA - Organic Single Cultivar Green Tea from Shizuoka, Japan - POEMS Tea Atelier

SHINCHA - The First Tea of the Season

Shincha (新茶), which means “new tea,” is the very first harvest of the year, crafted from the season’s youngest, most tender leaves. This limited-release tea captures the essence of early spring, offering a vibrant, smooth, and deeply refreshing flavour that can only be tasted once a year.

Organically grown in the mist-covered hills of Shizuoka, the heart of Japan’s most celebrated tea region. Our Shincha is sourced from the same family farm that has pioneered organic farming since the 1970s. Certified organic by Japanese Agricultural Standards (JAS), this tea is a pure expression of its unique terroir.

Why SHINCHA is a Must-Try

• 1st Flush Quality: Crafted with the year’s youngest tea leaves, ensuring maximum freshness and a flavour profile that cannot be replicated
• Naturally Rich in Nutrients: Packed with antioxidants, L-theanine, catechins, and amino acids, making it a pure and healthy choice
• Limited Release: As the first harvest of the year, it is available only in small seasonal batches. Once it’s gone, you have to wait until next spring

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

+ Certified Organic by Japanese Agricultural Standards (JAS)

+ Region: Fujieda, Shizouka, Japan

+ Cultivar: Yabukita

+ Harvest: Spring (1st flush)

+ Net Weight: 30g 

FLAVOUR PROFILE

AROMA: Notes of fresh-cut grass, steamed greens, and spring herbs

TASTE: Smooth and light-bodied with a crisp umami, soft vegetal notes, and a clean, refreshing finish with a hint of astringency

HOW TO ENJOY IT

Shincha is praised for its delicate freshness, so we recommend enjoying and finishing it as soon as you can after purchase to experience its peak flavour

1. Prepare Water: Heat up 250ml of filtered water to 70°C (158°F)
2. Add Leaves: Place 3g of tea leaves into the teapot
3. Steep: For the 1st brew, steep for around 1 minute. For the second brew onward, steep for longer
4. Pour & Enjoy: Pour into your cup and savour its delicate flavour