A clear green tea with crisp, herbal notes.
Fresh, focused, clean. For the morning, while working.
Tea
Pale Leaf
A moment that stays open.
When time is still looking for its shape, green tea moves with it without closing it.
Explore this form of time →Sencha, green tea
€8.00 / 100g
Ref. HT11
Size
Brewing guide
2 to 3 min
of infusion
75°C
ideal temperature
4 to 5 g / 200 ml
recommended dose
Description
The leaf is handled with precision,
without excessive transformation.
Vegetal notes appear directly,
clear and continuous.
Ingredients
Organic Sencha green tea.
No added flavourings.
Terroir, cultivar and leaf biochemistry
Feuille Claire is an organic sencha, a green tea from Camellia sinensis var. sinensis, crafted according to the Japanese method. Just after harvesting, the leaves are steamed: this step stops enzymatic oxidation and preserves their vegetal character. They are then rolled and dried into fine needles. This process preserves the catechins, including EGCG, responsible for the slight astringency, and L-theanine, an amino acid that provides roundness and the sensation of umami. We selected it for its clarity: a grassy spring green tea, without excessive processing, that allows the leaf to speak.
Organoleptic profile and liquor
The liquor is yellow-green, luminous. The aroma evokes cut grass, fresh spinach and a marine note. On the palate, the opening is direct, the texture supple, then a subtle bitterness prolongs the tasting without making it harsh. The finish is vegetal, clean and persistent. Depending on the selected variant, the origin changes its expression: you will find a description of each terroir in the section dedicated to the variant. It is a tea for mornings and work, keeping the mind clear.
Brewing protocol (gong fu cha and Western) and storage
Western method: 2 g for 20 cl, water at 70 °C, 1 minute 30 to 2 minutes. Water that is too hot releases too many catechins and makes the cup bitter. In gong fu cha or a kyusu: 5 g for 10 cl, water at 65-70 °C, 30 seconds, followed by three to four successive infusions, slightly increasing the time. Sencha is sensitive to air, heat and odors: close the tin immediately, keep it cool and dry, and consume it within the months following opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Feuille Claire a Japanese tea?
It is a sencha, steamed according to the Japanese method. The exact origin depends on the selected variant.
Why is my green tea bitter?
The water was probably too hot or the infusion too long. Keep it around 70 °C and 2 minutes.
Can the leaves be infused several times?
Yes, especially using a smaller volume with more leaves : three to four infusions remain expressive.
Buying and gifting
What format is Feuille Claire sold in?
Feuille Claire comes in a resealable Boîte that protects the leaves from light and moisture. Available formats and their contents appear in the format selector, above the add to cart button.
How long does delivery take and what does it cost?
In France, delivery takes 3 to 5 working days and is free from 39 €. Within the European Union it is also free from 39 €. The exact amount for your country appears in the cart.
Can I give Feuille Claire as a gift?
Yes. Add it to a gift box in the cart with a card and message, or pair it with two other teas in the discovery box.
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