Organic Bancha Green Tea

Bancha is a classic among everyday green teas: honest, barely astringent, and wonderfully refreshing. We chose it for its gentle, vegetal roundness and its ease of preparation, making it just as reassuring first thing in the morning as it is mid-afternoon.

Grown under organic farming practices, this understated tea embodies the spirit of our house: simple, sincere, and ready to accompany your daily rituals without any fuss. For something a little more floral, explore our jasmine green tea.

Bancha's Aromatic Profile

On the nose, the leaves release a fresh, herbaceous scent, almost marine, evoking young shoots and freshly cut grass. The first sip is lively but never aggressive, a hallmark of good green teas.

In the cup, a soft, buttery roundness unfolds, with hints of light hazelnut and toasted grain. The liquor, a luminous yellow-green, glides across the palate with barely any astringency.

The finish is gently vegetal and mineral, lingering pleasantly. Bancha is an everyday tea through and through: balanced, understated, free of harsh bitterness, and a perfect entry point into the world of green tea without any technical complexity.

How to Brew Bancha

Use 12 to 15 g of leaves per litre, roughly a heaped tablespoon for a 500 ml teapot. A generous measure gives you an expressive cup without tipping into bitterness.

Heat soft, low-mineral water to 70-80°C. Water that is too hot scorches the leaves and draws out unnecessary bitterness. Steep for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, no longer. The leaves can be infused twice more.

Serve in a pale porcelain cup to appreciate the colour. Enjoy our green teas as part of your daily ritual, from morning through to late afternoon. For more guidance, visit When to drink green tea.

Storage

Keep the leaves in an airtight, opaque container, away from heat, light and strong odours. For the best of their vegetal freshness, consume within twelve months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bancha?
Bancha is a green tea harvested later in the season from more mature leaves. The result is a smooth, low-caffeine cup with an accessible, vegetal character, traditionally enjoyed as an everyday drink.

What are the benefits of Bancha?
Above all, it is a tea for pleasure: low in caffeine, valued for its gentleness and lightness. It is an ideal way to stay hydrated throughout the day without any noticeable stimulation.

How do I brew Bancha?
Use 12 to 15 g/L, water at 70-80°C, and steep for 1.5 to 2 minutes. Water that is too hot or a steep that runs too long will make the cup bitter.

What is the difference between Bancha and Sencha?
Sencha comes from the earliest harvests, whose tender leaves yield brighter, more vibrant aromas. Bancha, made from more mature leaves, produces a quieter, smoother cup with less caffeine.

Where can I buy organic Bancha?
You will find our organic Bancha right here on this page, along with our guide to green tea if you would like to explore further.