Based on reviews and their description I am pretty sure the one I am drinking is Meijiro and not Tsubame but it could also be neither… ^^; This one was part of the Intermeditate Course for the Global Japanese Tea Association.
The best smell in the world is processing tea. It is an aroma that is so fresh and yet so lively. Within each particle of aroma you get a small hint of what is to come. Your brain entices you with different thoughts of distinct teas and what this particular batch will become.
The wet leaf aroma of this kukicha is intoxicating. It reminds me of the Obubu processing facility. Staring out at the tea fields of Wazuka from the second floor. Slightly vegetal notes, hints of green pepper, and the vegetable mix that came with the bento lunch. The kuki are a mix of olive green and luscious jungle green (not quite as vibrant as the Crayola crayon color. Smooth mouth feel.
The flavor is filled with green tea and dirt covered with freshly plucked leaves. Everything about this tea reminds me of Obubu.
