Greenish-gray leaves for a visually striking tea appearance
Brews to a bright amber color for a visually appealing cup
Smooth initial flavor with a developing astringency for a complex taste
Pleasant woodsy notes add depth to the flavor profile
Stronger flavor than expected for a black tea
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Benifuki is the name of the cultivar of this beautiful tea. This cultivar was developed in 1905-1910 in Japan. The leaves are greenish gray and black and somewhat of an irregular shape. It brews a beautiful amber color that is bright in the cup. It starts off smooth, and then astringency seems to appear a little later. The brew color
