Vilgain Kukicha BIO – delicate Japanese green tea with low caffeine content

Vilgain Kukicha is a traditional Japanese green tea made from the delicate twigs, stems, and petioles of the Camellia sinensis tea plant, which remain after processing premium teas such as Sencha or Gyokuro. It has a gentle, slightly sweet to nutty flavor with a pleasant umami note that distinguishes it from other green teas, making it ideal even for evening sipping or for more sensitive individuals.

Traditional “mottainai” tea – waste nothing, use everything

In Japan, Kukicha was known as the tea of farmers and tea masters. They would sell the leaves, while keeping the twigs and stems for their own use. This beverage thus symbolizes the mottainai philosophy – to appreciate the whole gift of nature and not waste what the tea plant offers.

Processing in accordance with tradition

The production of Kukicha is a time- and labor-intensive process. The delicate stems and petioles are steamed, dried, and lightly roasted after being separated from the leaves to develop their characteristic flavor. Thanks to careful temperature control at every step, the tea retains not only its aroma and taste but also its nutritional value.

Vilgain Kukicha BIO highlights:

• traditional Japanese tea made from delicate twigs, stems, and petioles
• originates from Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures on Kyushu island
• Asatsuyu and Saemidori cultivars – typical for a delicate umami flavor
• gently sweet, nutty, and harmonious taste
• great choice for cold brew – a refreshing drink for hot days
• organic quality, traditional Japanese processing
• symbol of mottainai – respect for nature and no waste