Tairo is a rich, full-bodied sencha that excels in all three of the qualities tea is judged by: color, flavor and aroma. A quiet astringency and a touch of bitterness hold each other in balance, giving the cup its depth without ever turning sharp.
It is a forgiving tea to make. Pour water straight from the kettle, or let it cool for a moment first. Either way, Tairo answers.
色
COLOR
A deep, luminous green that tells you at a glance how full the cup will taste.
味
FLAVOR
Full-bodied and rounded, with a quiet astringency and a hint of bitterness in balance.
香
AROMA
A rich scent that rises the moment the water meets the leaves.
Boiling or cooled. Both are right.
OSAWA SHINISE / SINCE 1852
