Name: Kukicha
Brand: T LEAF T
Price: 5.5 NZD
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Kukicha - t leaf T | teas and infusions from around the world

$5.50

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Kukicha sample

Kukicha 100g foil pouch

Kukicha 100g + tin

Kukicha 250g foil pouch

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A smooth, low caffeine green tea made from the stems and stalks of high grade sencha, with a touch of leaf in this example. Kukicha offers a nutty-sweet aroma, creamy mouthfeel, and a gentle, mellow flavour with soft grassy notes. Light, comforting, and soothing - this is a tea to relax into any time of day.

Use 1 tsp per cup or 1 rounded tsp per person for a teapot. Pour freshly boiled water, cooled to 70-80C, over the leaves and infuse for 1-2 minutes.green tea

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Kukicha

A mellow, naturally sweet stem tea from Yame, Fukuoka: creamy, comforting, and naturally low in caffeine.

This traditional Kukicha is crafted from the stems and stalks of shade-grown tea plants in Japan’s prized Yame region, known for its refined green teas. Lightly roasted and delicately steamed, it brews into a golden-green cup with toasted nut aromas, soft grassy notes, and a smooth, rounded finish. Naturally low in caffeine, Kukicha is a relaxing and grounding tea, perfect for all-day enjoyment.

Why You'll Love It

Toasty & Creamy: Nutty, mellow flavour with a sweet vegetal undertone
Naturally Low in Caffeine: Ideal for evenings, sensitive drinkers
Yame Terroir: Celebrated for high-grade, shade-cultivated teas
Balanced Calm: High in L-theanine for soft mental clarity

Origins & Character

Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture: One of Japan’s most respected tea-growing areas, especially known for its shaded gyokuro and elegant sencha. Kukicha from Yame carries the same smooth refinement, offering a unique way to enjoy the full flavour spectrum of the tea plant.

Tasting Notes: A light-bodied infusion with toasted cereal aromas, hints of creamy sweetness, and a delicate green finish. Golden and clear in the cup, with a silky, lasting mouthfeel.

Functional & Wellness Benefits

Low in Caffeine: A calming option for anytime sipping, including evenings
L-Theanine Boost: Promotes relaxed alertness and focus
Easy on the Body: Light, hydrating, and digestion-friendly

From the misty fields of Yame comes a quiet tea with character—Kukicha is simple, soothing, and naturally rich in wellness. Whether warm or cool, it’s a deliciously gentle brew for all-day comfort and clarity.