Decaffeinated Sencha Green Tea made to Japanese specifications from South India is light-bodied with a good, green tea flavour. The dry tea leaves are dark green in colour, and when infusing, we would suggest using slightly less leaf than you would normally use as the flavour can be quite intense. Decaffeinated using the Co2 process, so you won't find any chemical solvents in this cup—only great-tasting green tea without the caffeine.

Production

Our decaffeinated Sencha green tea is grown in the Travancore region of South India. The tea leaves are steamed, rolled, and then dried to create a green tea that is light, refreshing, and lower in caffeine. Decaffeination involves passing heated Co2 under pressure through the tea leaves. During this process, the Co2 bonds with caffeine molecules in the leaves but does not remove anything else. Removing the caffeine in this natural way allows the tea to retain most of its flavour and healthy antioxidants.

How does the flavour profile differ due to its South India origin?

The Travancore region of South India, renowned for its fertile soil and ideal climatic conditions, imparts a landmark twist to the traditional Sencha flavour profile. This tea tends to have a more robust expression with warm, slightly tropical notes, though it retains the underlying fresh, vegetal taste associated with Sencha green teas.

Health Benefits

The health benefits of decaffeinated Sencha green tea are plentiful. Its antioxidant properties contribute to overall wellness by neutralising damaging free radicals. It's also a lower-caffeine option than other teas and coffees, which can be beneficial if you're sensitive to caffeine or want to reduce your intake. Please note that, while decaffeinated, it still retains a small quantity of caffeine.