Kamairicha Tea
Kamairicha is a pan-fired Japanese green from Kyushu, made in woks like Chinese teas instead of being steamed.
Flavor Profile
What does Kamairicha taste like?
Kamairicha is a pan-fired Japanese green from Kyushu, made in woks like Chinese teas instead of being steamed. The cup is smooth and warm, with toasty grain, chestnut sweetness, and none of the marine edge of steamed greens. It has a long history in the Ureshino area of Saga and tastes closer to a Chinese green than to sencha, which makes it a useful comparison.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Kyushu (Saga), Japan
Kamairicha is centered on Ureshino in Saga prefecture, Kyushu.
Known for steamed green teas, shade-grown umami, and powdered matcha.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Kamairicha
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Kamairicha
Typical brewed serving
Kamairicha is a low-caffeine green tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 15–30 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Kamairicha Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Kamairicha tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Kamairicha tea?
Kamairicha is a pan-fired Japanese green from Kyushu, made in woks like Chinese teas instead of being steamed.
Does Kamairicha tea have caffeine?
Yes. Kamairicha is a low-caffeine tea, typically 15–30 mg per brewed serving.
What does Kamairicha tea taste like?
Kamairicha is known for a profile led by Roasted, Nutty, and Sweet, with a light body.
How do you brew Kamairicha tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 75–85°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 2–3 times.
Is Kamairicha tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Kamairicha; its profile centers on Roasted, Nutty, and Sweet.