Beginner's Guide to Japanese Tea Selecting and Brewing Sencha Matcha and More book
Product Description
Discover the rich world of Japanese tea with this comprehensive guide by tea expert Per Oscar Brekell. This book offers a practical and insightful exploration of Japanese tea, from its cultivation and processing to its health benefits. Through vivid color photographs and engaging content, readers are taken on a journey through Japan's main tea-growing regions, such as Uji, Shizuoka, and Kagoshima. The book introduces premium and single-estate Japanese teas like yabukita and koshun, and provides detailed instructions on brewing techniques to enhance flavor and health properties. Additionally, it delves into the traditional teapots and teacups used in Japanese tea culture, making it a must-read for tea enthusiasts.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER ONE: What is Japanese Tea? CHAPTER TWO: What Gives Japanese Teas Their Distinctive Flavors? CHAPTER THREE: Single Estate Japanese Tea CHAPTER FOUR: Japan's Main Tea Growing Regions CHAPTER FIVE: How to Brew Japanese Tea CHAPTER SIX: Japanese Teapots
Author's Introduction
Per Oscar Brekell, a Swedish tea instructor and businessman, developed a passion for Japanese tea during high school. After studying Japanese language at Lund University and Gifu University, he launched his own Japanese tea brand in 2018. Brekell is dedicated to promoting Japanese tea through workshops and seminars worldwide and has authored several books on the subject.
