Senbird Japanese Sencha Green Tea with Matcha — Hime 100g Loose Leaf, Fukamushi, Bright Umami

Senbird Hime is a premium Japanese sencha blended with ceremonial matcha, offering a bright green, naturally sweet cup with rich umami from Uji, Kyoto.

Harvested in the Uji region of Kyoto and blended in small batches, this Fukamushi (deep-steamed) Sencha combined with ceremonial-grade matcha delivers a vivid green infusion and a smooth vegetal profile. The Hime blend is processed to highlight natural sweetness and a full-bodied mouthfeel without added sugars or preservatives. Each 100g (3.5oz) package is non-GMO, tested for heavy metals and radiation, and crafted for both hot and cold preparations.

How will Senbird Hime taste and brew?

Expect a vibrant, slightly grassy aroma with a naturally sweet and umami-rich flavor. Deep-steaming opens the leaf for faster extraction, while the added matcha lifts color and mouthfeel for a creamy, satisfying cup.

• Flavor notes: vegetal green, sweet undertones, savory umami finish
• Brew color: bright, clear green thanks to matcha infusion
• Recommended hot brew: 70–80°C (158–176°F) for 45–60 seconds
• Recommended cold brew: steep 6–8 hours in cold water for a smooth iced tea

What makes this Sencha Matcha blend different from other green teas?

Hime combines Fukamushi sencha leaves with ceremonial matcha powder so you get both the clarity of sencha and the full-bodied texture of matcha. Sourcing from Uji—one of Japan’s most respected tea regions—ensures careful cultivation and flavor development tied to spring sunlight exposure.

• Deep-steamed (Fukamushi) leaves for quicker infusion and richer extraction
• Blended with ceremonial-grade matcha for enhanced color and creaminess
• Small-batch production in Kyoto preserves freshness and quality
• Third-party testing for metals and radiation to ensure purity

How should I prepare and store Senbird Hime for best results?

Use cooler water and shorter steep times for hot brewing to avoid bitterness; cold-brewing yields a gentle, naturally sweet cup. Store the tea in a cool, dark place in an airtight container to retain aroma and prevent moisture or odors from affecting the blend.

• Hot: 70–80°C, 45–60 seconds, 1–2 g per 150 ml
• Cold: 6–8 hours in fridge, 4–6 g per 1 liter for refreshing iced tea
• Storage: airtight tin or resealable pouch, away from heat and light
• Use within months of opening for peak flavor; reseal promptly

Can I use Senbird Hime in recipes beyond steeping?

Yes—its vivid green color and balanced flavor adapt well to culinary uses. The blend works in smoothies, lattes, baking, and chilled mocktails where a gentle vegetal note and bright hue are desired.

• Matcha lattes: whisk into warmed milk or plant-based alternatives
• Smoothies: add 1–2 teaspoons for color and mild green-tea flavor
• Baking: fold into batters or frostings for subtle tea aroma and color
• Cold cocktails and mocktails: dissolve in syrup or cold brew as a mixer

Who this is for: Senbird Hime is ideal for green-tea fans who want a reliable, premium Japanese blend that balances sencha clarity with matcha creaminess. It suits daily drinkers seeking a flavorful hot or cold brew, home baristas making lattes and smoothies, and cooks or bakers looking for natural green tea color and taste. If you value small-batch sourcing from Uji, non-GMO ingredients, and thorough purity testing, this blend offers a versatile, authentic Japanese green tea experience.

Ingredients

Sencha Green Tea