Crisp Iced Green Tea Recipe
The Pure Essence of Green Tea
First things first - let's talk about why organic is non-negotiable for us. Conventional teas often carry residues of pesticides and other chemicals. But when you brew with Yu, you sip nothing but the pure, authentic goodness of organic green tea. Elevate your experience; after all, you deserve nothing less than the best. Learn more about our commitment to quality and excellence.
Methods to Create Your Perfect Iced Green Tea
Cold-Brew Perfection
Certain teas lend themselves exquisitely to the cold-brew method. Our Sencha, Matcha, and Hojicha variations are brilliant for capturing those crisp and smooth notes.
Instructions:
- Combine: 1 heaping teaspoon of your chosen Yu green tea for every 8 oz of room-temperature water. Whether you choose to use a disposable tea bag or loose leaves is up to you. Tip: Opt for a carafe with a built-in filter. It lets the tea leaves expand naturally, freeing you from the need to strain later.
- Patiently Chill: Cover and refrigerate. Start tasting after 30 minutes to find your perfect brew strength. Tip: Don’t rush it. Green tea rewards patience with flavor profiles that are rich but never bitter.
- Strain & Serve: Strain the leaves and transfer to a glass. Serve over ice, if desired. Tip: Resist the urge to squeeze out the last drops from the tea leaves; this only adds impurities, robbing your tea of its natural grace.
Hot-Steeped & Flash-Cooled
For a different taste profile, you can brew your tea hot before cooling it rapidly with ice. This works marvelously with our Hojicha and Genmaicha teas.
- Double Up: Use twice the amount of tea as you would for a hot cup.
- Steep & Strain: Follow package instructions for steeping time, and then strain over a pitcher filled with ice.
Tip: The quick cooling locks in flavors and keeps bitterness at bay.
Shake or Stir: The Powdered Brilliance
Whether you're using our Matcha or Sencha powder, this method offers a quick, on-the-go solution.
Combine: Slightly more powder than you'd use for a hot cup—cold suppresses flavor. Tip: Use a water bottle or a shaker to shake it up. Ensure it’s not filled to the brim to let the powder and water mix freely.
Symphony of Flavors: Unadulterated & Pure
Before you even think about adding sweeteners, try our tea in its purest form. The organic, sustainable, and authentic flavors are a testament to the quality and purity of our products.
Experience the adaptable and impactful world of Yu this summer. Trust us, you'll taste the difference - a difference born from a legacy of excellence, delivered from our founder Kiyomi and our network of organic Japanese farms. So go ahead, pour yourself another glass (kids can drink too!). Summer never tasted so good.
