{"product_id":"moya-kukicha-organiczna-japonska-zielona-herbata","title":"Moya Kukicha Organic Japanese Green Tea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKukicha, a Gentle Tea from Stems and Twigs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKukicha wins you over with its mild, nutty-honey flavor with subtle umami notes. It's made in the spirit of \u003cem\u003emottanai\u003c\/em\u003e, the Japanese philosophy of not wasting resources - this tea is crafted from the stems and twigs of \u003cem\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e that aren't used in producing other green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt originates from Uji, where farmers, after selling their more valuable leaves, would brew their own tea from what remained - a tea unlike any other, made purely from the plant's leftover parts: kukicha (茎茶). The name comes from \"kuki,\" meaning twig in Japanese, and \"cha,\" meaning tea. Moya Kukicha is a blend of the Yutakamidori, Okumidori, Yabukita, Saemidori, Asanoka, and Asatsuyu varieties, grown on organic farms in the Kagoshima, Kyoto (Uji), Mie, and Miyazaki prefectures, and it's also available in biodegradable pyramid-shaped \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moyamatcha.com\/products\/moya-kukicha-organiczna-japonska-zielona-herbata-w-saszetkach-15-x-15g\"\u003etea bags\u003c\/a\u003e. Its flavor is rich - sweet, creamy, and slightly umami - with a bold aroma thanks to gentle roasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKukicha, a Low-Caffeine Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKukicha stands out for its high L-theanine content and low caffeine content, since the photosynthesis that converts this relaxing compound into catechins doesn't take place in the stems. This is also why the tea lacks the bitterness typical of green teas, even when brewed for too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince kukicha isn't stimulating, it's suitable for children and pregnant women. It's also the perfect tea for the evening. A 200 ml cup contains around 10-20 mg of caffeine, which is significantly less than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moyamatcha.com\/products\/moya-sencha-no-21-organiczna-japonska-zielona-herbata\"\u003esencha\u003c\/a\u003e made from young leaves (about 20-40 mg), though slightly more than the high-temperature roasted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moyamatcha.com\/products\/moya-hojicha-organiczna-japonska-zielona-herbata\"\u003ehojicha\u003c\/a\u003e (about 7-15 mg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to brew kukicha?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make Moya Kukicha, measure out 2-3 g of leaves and pour over 200 ml of water at a temperature of 70-80°C. Let it brew for 2-3 minutes. You can repeat this up to three more times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to make cold brew kukicha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the right amount of tea to a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moyamatcha.com\/collections\/butelki-do-cold-brew\"\u003ebottle\u003c\/a\u003e and pour in filtered water (7 g, or 3-4 teaspoons, is enough for 350 ml). Pop it in the fridge for about 7-12 hours, and your tea will be ready to enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits of kukicha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Japanese green teas, kukicha is a rich source of catechins and antioxidants. Drinking it also supports digestion and helps slow down the aging process throughout the body, lower levels of bad cholesterol, keep blood sugar levels in check, and maintain healthy teeth and gums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moya Matcha","offers":[{"title":"Tin 60g","offer_id":53696762315099,"sku":"MT303","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bag 100g","offer_id":53696762347867,"sku":"MT308-V2","price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bag 250g","offer_id":53696762380635,"sku":"MT253","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/4290\/2619\/files\/moya-kukicha-organiczna-zielona-herbata-web.png?v=1785499981","url":"https:\/\/www.moyamatcha.eu\/products\/moya-kukicha-organic-japanese-green-tea","provider":"Moya Matcha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}