Details & Attributes
Kurenai is a Japanese black tea crafted from the same Camellia sinensis plants used for green tea. Unlike Indian or Sri Lankan black teas, Japanese black teas offer a unique flavor profile due to Japan's distinct climate and tea cultivars.
Kurenai stands out for its lack of bitterness and astringency, emphasizing a natural sweetness. Only tender summer buds are harvested and carefully withered to enhance their fragrance. The leaves undergo controlled oxidation and drying to ensure no off-flavors remain.
The tea is aged for at least three years, developing a deep, rich flavor. A final light roasting at around 100°C for 30 minutes enhances its sweet aroma and leaves a long, lingering finish.
Color: Scarlet (緋色)
Suggested Consumption: Hot
Caffeine: ★★ Medium
Manufacturing: Fermented Black Tea
Preparation Guidelines
Although we always suggest the usage of a Kyusu to serve the perfect tea, Mohei's tea can be prepared with the simplest utensils we all have at home! The most important part is to follow the instructions below.
Kurenai can be infused up to 3 times. Each number below is listed from the left to right, 1st infusion to the last.
Quantity of tea (in gram) per serving
3g = Up to 3 infusions
Water Quantity (in ml) per infusion
150->150->150
Water Temperature (in Cº) per infusion
100º->100º->100º
Brewing time (in sec) per infusion
50->60->70
Tea Pairing
Best moment of the day:
Kurenai’s smooth sweetness and lack of bitterness make it an ideal choice for a relaxing afternoon break. Crafted with care from Japanese tea plants, its ripe fruit and honey-like notes create a truly unique flavor experience.
Kurenai pairs beautifully with fruit-based desserts, such as apple tarts or pear pastries, amplifying the natural sweetness of the tea. Its refined aroma and light roasting process enhance the flavors of delicate sweets, creating a harmonious and satisfying pairing.
Enjoy Kurenai brewed in a kyusu teapot, and let its vibrant flavor and aroma transport you to a moment of peace and indulgence.
Fruity Sweetness Pairing
Enjoy the ripe apple and honey-like aromas of Kurenai alongside apple tarts or other fruit-based desserts. A perfect match for a relaxing afternoon tea break.