Keiko Aki-Benifuuki, organic

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Keiko Aki-Benifuuki (organic) - autumn tea with depth

Imagine holding a steaming cup of tea in your hand - mild, floral, gently tart. And yet, beneath the surface of this remarkably harmonious infusion is a whole world of complex active ingredients. This is exactly what makes Aki-Benifuuki so special. As part of a unique variety of tea plant, it unfolds its full power not only in terms of taste, but also functionally - subtly, but sustainably.

A tea that arouses curiosity

Benifuuki - pronounced "Be-ni-fu-u-ki" - is a young Japanese tea variety, grown from Camellia sinensis and particularly rich in high-quality catechins. The rare EGCG3 in particular is the focus of numerous scientific studies. This methylated catechin is being researched in connection with anti-inflammatory effects, anti-allergic properties and positive influences on metabolic processes, including by the renowned scientist Mari Maeda-Yamamoto in cooperation with the Kagoshima Tea Research Institute. Only the autumn plucking is used for Aki-Benifuuki - it is characterized by a particularly low caffeine content and at the same time stable levels of active ingredients. Perfect for anyone who enjoys drinking tea in the afternoon or evening without wanting to compromise on depth and complexity.

Gently processed for maximum bioactivity

To ensure that the valuable ingredients - including EGCG and EGCG3 - are preserved in their delicate balance, Keiko has developed a specially adapted steaming and processing method on its own organic farm in southern Japan. This process protects the catechins and makes them optimally available to the body. Here, centuries-old knowledge and modern research combine to create a tea experience that not only tastes good, but also makes sense.

Taste with character

What can you expect in terms of taste? Initially an elegant bitter note, gently reminiscent of artichoke - then the typical flowery Aki-Benifuuki unfolds with its fine, almost velvety structure. Depending on how it is prepared, the tea reveals different facets: mild and round with a shorter infusion, more intense and profound with a longer infusion time. A multi-layered companion for anyone looking for something special.

Recommended preparation

• Tea quantity: 1 teaspoon per 100 ml of water
• Temperature: 80 °C
• Time: 90 seconds for the first infusion, 10-30 seconds for the second and third

Aki-Benifuuki can be infused several times - ideal for extended tea moments or concentrated study of a new topic.

Who is this tea suitable for? If you like to delve deeper, are interested in bioactive plant substances or are specifically looking for potentially beneficial teas - then Aki-Benifuuki is your choice. Anyone who is consciously looking for alternatives with less caffeine, without compromising on quality or intensity of effect, will also be happy with this tea.

Four times Benifuuki - your choice

• Benifuuki No. 1 - first plucking, particularly rich in theanine and EGCG3, delicately scented and balanced
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• Benifuuki No. 2 - second picking, more bitter and caffeine-rich, with maximum catechin content.
• Aki-Benifuuki - autumn picking, low in caffeine, harmonious, ideal for quiet moments in the evening.
• Benifuuki powder - a blend of all three harvests, 100% usable, also suitable for mixing & cooking.

Knowledge that keeps on working

Further scientific findings on benifuuki and its special catechins can be found in Mari Maeda-Yamamoto's publications on researchgate.net. For all those who not only want to enjoy, but also understand.

Product details

• Contents: 50 g loose tea
• Organic certified: DE-ÖKO-013
• Origin: Kagoshima, southern Japan
• Food business operator: Shimodozono International GmbH, 49356 Diepholz