Mashu Organic Green Tea

Mashu is our bright reimagining of Earl Grey. Where the classic relies on a full-bodied black tea and a bold bergamot essential oil, our version turns to the freshness of an organic Sencha, softened with a white Pai Mu Tan.

The result: a lively, floral, almost sun-drenched cup that opens on bergamot and lingers into ripe mango. A blend crafted by our family house, designed for those who love citrus without the weight.

To explore this family of teas further, our guide to green tea covers its styles, uses and best moments to enjoy it. You might also like our Summer Breeze green tea for a more summery variation.

The aromatic profile of Mashu

Mashu is built like a fragrance, in three distinct moments. The first sip releases bergamot, fresh and zesty, with a gentle trail of sweet orange. This is the heart of the blend, what connects it to the great family of citrus teas.

At its core, mango brings an exotic, almost creamy roundness that plays beautifully against the brightness of the Sencha. Rose petals add a touch of floral elegance, while marigold and cornflower illuminate the blend visually and carry a delicately honeyed note.

In the finish, the organic Sencha unfolds its clean, grassy freshness, and the Pai Mu Tan, that most refined of white teas, rounds everything out with a silky smoothness. The cup, clear and golden, stays lively from first sip to last, with no bitterness.

Key ingredients:

• Organic Sencha: the green, vibrant base that gives the cup its structure.
• Organic Pai Mu Tan: a white tea that adds body and a silky mouthfeel.
• Natural bergamot, orange and mango flavours: Mashu's signature citrus-and-exotic trio.
• Organic marigold, cornflower and rose petals: the floral, visual, delicate finishing touch.

Mashu draws on the spirit of Earl Grey while carving out its own identity. The green and white base lightens the bergamot signature, making this a cup that sits more naturally in the middle of the day than a traditional, fuller-bodied Earl Grey black tea.

How to brew Mashu green tea

A good bergamot green tea comes down to three variables: temperature, time and dosage. Like any flavoured Sencha, Mashu calls for gently cooled water to preserve its citrus freshness and avoid any astringency.

Water: use soft, low-mineral water heated to 75-80°C. Water that is too hot will scorch the leaves and flatten the cup.

Dosage: use 12 to 15 g per litre, roughly a heaped tablespoon for a 500 ml teapot. Adjust to taste.

Time: steep for 2 to 3 minutes, no longer. Sencha releases its freshness quickly; beyond that, the vegetal character becomes too pronounced.

Accessories: choose a teapot with a wide-mesh filter or a generously sized tea infuser, so the whole leaves and petals can open fully and move freely in the water.

Mashu is best enjoyed plain, ideally in the morning or early afternoon. It pairs beautifully with a leisurely breakfast, pastries or a quiet moment with a citrus biscuit. Try weaving our organic green teas into your daily ritual for a welcome change of pace.

Served iced, Mashu is a genuine pleasure: cold-brew for 4 hours in the fridge (15 g/L), strain and pour over ice with a slice of lemon. The bergamot takes on a wonderfully refreshing dimension.

Storage

To keep the bergamot bright and the Sencha at its freshest, store Mashu in its sealed tin away from light, moisture, heat and strong odours. An opaque metal caddy in a dry cupboard works perfectly. Once opened, enjoy within 6 months for the fullest, most vibrant aroma.

Frequently asked questions

What are the benefits of bergamot green tea?
Mashu is, above all, a tea to be savoured for its fresh and floral aromatic profile. Its base of Sencha and Pai Mu Tan makes for a light, low-astringency drink that is pleasant to enjoy throughout the day. It is a moment of sensory pleasure, not a health product.

Where can I buy organic bergamot green tea?
You will find Mashu directly in our selection of organic Japanese and Chinese green teas. Our family house works exclusively with teas from certified organic farming, packaged in our own workshops to preserve their freshness.

How do I prepare bergamot green tea?
Heat soft, low-mineral water to 75-80°C. Use 12 to 15 g of leaves per litre and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain and drink without sugar to fully appreciate the bergamot, mango and floral notes.

Where does bergamot green tea come from?
The "bergamot green tea" style is a modern take on Earl Grey, which traditionally combines black tea with bergamot oil. Mashu offers a green and white interpretation, developed by our house as a lighter, more floral alternative.

What varieties of bergamot green tea are there?
There are Sencha-based versions (fresh, grassy) like Mashu, blends built on other, more vegetal green teas, and assemblages with white tea that soften the cup. The choice comes down to how much citrus intensity and roundness you are looking for.