Emerald of the Seas – Lu Yu Sencha Green Tea

Émeraude des Mers: a fresh, vegetal Lu Yu Sencha green tea

Émeraude des Mers showcases Sencha Lu Yu, a loose-leaf green tea with no added flavors. Its clean cup combines distinct vegetal notes, herbal freshness, and natural sweetness.

Looking for a plain green tea for everyday enjoyment? Its light intensity and low bitterness, when prepared correctly, make it an ideal introduction to Sencha. Fans of vegetal profiles will enjoy its fresh, harmonious cup.

Why choose this plain Sencha?

• A pronounced vegetal profile: herbal freshness at the heart of the tasting experience.
• A light cup: gentle sweetness and a refreshing finish, without being overpowering.
• No added flavors: to enjoy the tea's natural character.
• Simple preparation: moderately warm water and a short steeping time to preserve its balance.

Tasting passport

What does Émeraude des Mers taste like?

Vegetal notes dominate, accompanied by herbal freshness and natural sweetness. The finish remains light. This Sencha is ideal for those who enjoy fresh, low-bitterness plain green teas when prepared correctly.

First, taste it without milk or sugar to discover its balance. Then let the cup cool slightly between sips to refine your perception of the tea.

How to prepare Sencha Lu Yu

Steep the leaves for 2 to 3 minutes in water between 75 and 80°C, then remove them to stop the steeping process. Avoid boiling water, which may increase bitterness.

For your first cup, start with 2 minutes. For subsequent preparations, adjust the steeping time within the recommended range according to your preference. If the cup tastes too bitter, first check the water temperature and steeping time.

When to enjoy it and with what?

Émeraude des Mers is ideal in the morning, early afternoon, or as a break after a light meal. Its vegetal character pairs well with fish, Japanese dishes, delicate salads, or fresh fruit.

To discover its full flavor, take a few sips on its own before tasting it with your accompaniment.

Questions about Émeraude des Mers

Is it a flavored tea?

No. Émeraude des Mers is a plain Lu Yu Sencha green tea with no added flavors.

Is this Sencha bitter?

Its tasting passport indicates low bitterness. However, water that is too hot or steeping for too long may make the cup more bitter: stick to the recommended 75–80°C and 2 to 3 minutes.

Is it a good choice for discovering plain green tea?

Its light intensity, vegetal freshness, and sweetness make it an accessible choice for exploring unflavored green teas.

How to store the leaves?

Carefully reseal the bag after use and store it away from moisture, light, heat, and strong odors.

Continue discovering green teas

Explore our green tea collection to compare different profiles, and consult our Tsuru guide to steeping temperature and time to perfect every cup.