Kabuse-cha - The Hidden Gem of Japanese Green Tea You’ve Never Heard Of
We're Tealife - An online Japanese Tea Shop in Singapore.
https://japanesetea.sg/
Kabusecha is one of the most overlooked Japanese green teas, even though it sits right between Sencha and Gyokuro in how it is made, priced, and tasted.
In this video, I explain what Kabusecha (かぶせ茶) is, why Japanese tea farmers put so much effort into it, and why it delivers rich umami with less bitterness compared to regular Sencha.
We cover:
What Kabusecha is and how it differs from Sencha and Gyokuro
How shading tea leaves affects flavor, umami, and astringency
Why Kabusecha is often considered the sweet spot of Japanese green tea
I am Yuki, founder of Tealife. On this channel, I break down Japanese tea so your next cup is more fun