Black tea from Sashima, Zairai first flush
Open in TeampleBlack tea from Sashima, Zairai first flush is a Wakocha sold by Thes Du Japon.
Described as aroma, butter, and floral.
Published once, last updated September 2026.
- Oxidation Class
- Red (Black)
- Tea Class (Style)
- Wakocha
- Biology (Varietal/Cultivar)
- Zairai
- Harvest
- Spring 2025
- Retailer SKU
- WKC-101-002-030
Observed Pack Sizes and Prices
| 30 g | USD 18.39 | USD 0.613/g | 2026-08 |
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| 30 g | JPY 1,710 | JPY 57/g | 2026-08 |
| 30 g | EUR 16.76 | EUR 0.559/g | 2026-08 |
How to Brew
- Leaf Amount
- 3 g
- Water Level
- 150 ml
| Steep 1 | 100 °C | 5 min |
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Retailer
- Shop / Brand
- Thes Du Japon
- Location
- Miyakojima, Osaka, Japan
Composition
Zairai Wakocha
Post-assembly Production & Processing
- Oxidation
Described As
aroma · butter · floral · honey · intense · low-astringency · nectar · rich · sweet
Shop / Brand: Thes Du Japon
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Tea Class (Style): Wakocha
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Additional Info
Terroir Area Information: Terroir: Sakai town, Sashima district, Ibaraki Prefecture. Additional Information: Vendor rating: Oxidation: ★☆☆ / Intensity: ★☆☆ / Astringency (tannins): ☆☆☆. Vendor tasting note: Floral, honey, butter.
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