1. Kabusecha (Green tea)
Why now
- Shares its focus and clarity character.
- Flavor notes in common: umami and vegetal.
- Also a green tea and moderate in caffeine — it fits the exact same moments.
How to brew
If you don't have it
Any of the other picks on this page covers similar ground.
Tea fact
Kabusecha is shaded for about a week before harvest, sitting between everyday sencha and luxurious gyokuro with much of gyokuro's sweet umami at a friendlier price.
If you're looking for "something similar to Anji Bai Cha", try Kabusecha.