NIROKU

'Izumi' Tea Leaves — Base. NIROKU is made from 'Izumi' tea leaves grown by Matsumura Jiroku, whom IBUKI describes as the originator of modern Japanese black tea, with 68 years of experience in the tea ceremony.^[1],[2],[3]

Nose. IBUKI describes a gorgeous aroma at the top note.^[4]

Palate. A pleasant sweetness spreads in the mouth, carried on a soft but shaped body, with sweetness that lingers on the tongue. The tea is described as having layers of umami and sweetness.^[2]

Shelf Life. NIROKU has a shelf life of within 3 months.^[3]

NIROKU pairs with both Japanese and Western sweets.^[3]