Premium 90 P.
Yoshi En has recently grown out of Sunday Natural to become an independent premium tea store. As part of this transition, some products may still be shipped in Sunday Natural packaging.
| Character | Malty, caramel, creamy toffee, vegetal, mineral |
| Tea Farm | Itumbe Tea Factory |
| Terroir | Kisii, Kenya |
| Harvest | All year round |
| Leaf | Two leaves and a bud (BO-FOP1) |
| Cultivar | 6/8,31/8,TN 14/3 SFS 150 and BB35 |
| Altitude | 1850m |
| Oxidation | Full |
| Processing | Hand harvested, withered, rolled, oxidised, dried (100°C) |
| Cultivation | Without pesticides |
| Grade | 90/100 P. (Black Tea category) – Premium |
The Itumbe Tea Factory is located at an altitude of 1850m in Kisii county, south-western Kenya, just 50km from the picturesque Lake Victoria. Due to the factory’s proximity to the equator, the tea fields have a warm climate and abundant rainfall year-round, creating optimal conditions for tea cultivation. The factory is Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance certified besides being part of numerous social and environmental projects: including tree nurseries, secondary school scholarships, and holistic training for farmers. Additionally, the factory is developing a micro-hydropower system that will enable it to become entirely self-sufficient in electricity production.
Though the intense malty aroma suggests a very strong tea, the infusion is surprisingly gentle with a delicate creamy, caramel softness and slightly vegetal, maritime, mineral notes. The subtle sweetness makes it a perfect accompaniment to cakes and sweets as well as an everyday black tea to enjoy throughout the day.
Slightly curled, dark chocolate brown
Amber
The most oxidised and globally consumed tea, black tea, like all teas, is made from Camellia sinensis. In contrast to green tea, the leaves are not heated/fixed after withering to prevent further oxidation. Instead they are vigorously rolled to break down the cellular structure and release the enzymes responsible for oxidation. These enzymes then react with oxygen in the air to form dark-coloured compounds called flavonoids, resulting in the leaves changing colour from green to black and developing their flavour and aroma. Black tea originates from China, where it is called Hong Cha, literally "red tea", after the glowing red-orange colour of the brew. The flavour of black teas vary considerably from light, sweet and fruity to strong, malty and smoky, depending on where they are grown and the level of oxidation they undergo.
We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements.
Our comprehensive portfolio focuses on organic, single-origin teas sourced directly from renowned farms. We believe in creating partnerships with farmers who share our values and are committed to sustainable, responsible tea cultivation. Thanks to these strong relationships our exciting range is constantly growing and evolving. As an international team of dedicated and passionate tea experts, we are committed to preserving centuries-old tea culture while ensuring it remains relevant and continues to bring joy in the present. About Yoshi En.
The Itumbe Tea Factory is located near Lake Victoria – the world’s second largest freshwater lake – enjoying a humid, pleasantly warm climate all year round. With rainfall of up to 2000mm per year, there is plenty of fresh water that is vital for growing tea. These climatic conditions combined with an altitude of 1800m means that the use of pesticides is unnecessary.
This tea is sourced directly from the Itumbe Tea Factory in Kisii, Kenya.
Steep 5g (2 tsp) in 300ml water at 90°C for 2 minutes. Suitable for a second infusion.
Black tea is best brewed in a classic teapot made of porcelain or glass.
Packed in a high-quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouch with seven protective layers to preserve flavour and prevent oxidation. After opening, press out as much air as possible when snapping shut. Alternatively place tea leaves in a stylish tea caddy.
We find it very important that our teas are pure and produced in a way that respects the environment. For this reason, each one of our teas is tested for pesticide residues by an independent laboratory, the results of which can be found here. Some of our teas are also tested for specific nutritional compounds, in which case the test results are also published here.
