88th Night

$4.25 ~~$8.5~~ In stock

Tasting Notes:

This fine Japanese shincha (first-flush tea) is poetically harvested 88 nights after the Japanese Lunar New Year. The special care with which this tea is cultivated, hand-picked, and skillfully processed by tea masters is second to none. Also known as Hachijyu-Hachiya, this 100% Okumidori cultivar (meaning "Deep Green") has a distinctive cherry blossom scent, sweet vanilla notes of cured hay, and deep rich umami flavor. This year’s highly anticipated selection is from the Kirishima area of Kagoshima prefecture on the southwestern island of Kyushu, Japan.

Features:

Japanese shincha (first-flush spring green tea)
Origin: Kagoshima on Kyushu Island, Japan
Sample ~ 5 servings
Lifestyle-Friendly: Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Kosher
Caffeine: Medium
Certified Kosher by OK Kosher

Ingredients: green tea

Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Victoria Q. ★★★★★ Sep 2, 2026

The timing of the harvest really comes through in the cup—each steep releases that fresh, grassy sweetness I've only found in true first-flush teas. I brewed it using the suggested cooler water and it stayed smooth with zero bitterness, which is rare for me to nail on the first try.

Leo G. ★★★★★ Sep 1, 2026

The umami hits right away, but it’s the silky, almost creamy mouthfeel that keeps me coming back for another steep. Each brew tastes a little sweeter and greener, which makes the whole pot feel like a quiet ritual. A real treat for anyone who likes their tea delicate yet complex.

Riley ★★★★★ Aug 31, 2026

The timing of that harvest really comes through in the cup—there’s a brightness and freshness I haven’t found in other green teas I’ve tried this season. The hand-picked leaves brew up a clear, delicate liquor that’s perfect for a slow afternoon.