Wakoucha Benifuki Organic Black Tea
Wakoucha Benifuki Organic Black Tea is a rare Japanese organic black tea obtained from the Benifuki cultivar, developed in the Kagoshima prefecture through the crossing of assamica and sinensis varieties. The production of black tea in Japan represents a small artisan excellence, and this Wakoucha stands out for its intense and elegant aromatic profile, characterised by smooth notes of honey, ripe fruit and light spicy nuances. The infusion is velvety, harmonious and surprisingly persistent.
- type: Japanese black tea.
- format: dark, whole and slightly twisted leaves.
- origin: Kagoshima, Japan.
- aroma: intense and refined, with notes of honey, ripe fruit and light woody nuances.
- taste: smooth, sweet and velvety, with slight astringency and a spicy finish.
- processing: black tea obtained from the Benifuki cultivar through complete oxidation of the leaves.
The Benifuki cultivar was created in 1965 in the city of Makurazaki, Kagoshima Prefecture, from the cross between the Assamica variety Benihomare and the Sinensis variety MakuraCd86. This particular genetic makeup gives the leaves an ideal structure for black tea production, characterized by body, aromatic depth, and a pleasant presence of catechins.
In the Japanese landscape, traditionally oriented towards green tea, Wakoucha represents a rare and highly specialized production. The Benifuki BIO Wakoucha Black Tea expresses a distinct personality: the aromatic opening recalls sweet wood and ripe red fruit, while the finish evolves towards nuances of vanilla, honey, and light spices.
The leaves appear dark, slightly twisted, and textured, indicating careful processing that enhances the natural complexity of the Benifuki cultivar.
- aroma: intense aromatic profile with notes of honey, ripe fruit and subtle spicy undertones.
- taste: soft, velvety and balanced, with pleasant astringency and a long finish.
- leaf appearance: dark, whole and slightly twisted leaves.
- processing: full oxidation of Benifuki cultivar leaves according to Japanese Wakoucha tradition.
Western method:
- dosage: 2-3 grams per 250ml of water.
- water temperature: 90–95°.
- brewing time: 2-3 minutes.
Wakoucha Benifuki Organic Black Tea offers a rich and satisfying cup, ideal for those seeking aromatic depth and balance.
Thanks to the natural presence of catechins and the delicate processing of the leaves, it develops an intense yet refined infusion, capable of accompanying moments of concentration and relaxation with elegance.
Its velvety structure and complex aromatic profile make it particularly suitable for slow and conscious tasting, enhancing all the finesse of organic Japanese black tea.
Wakoucha Benifuki Organic Black Tea
