Kukicha

I was a little skeptical about tea made from stalks, but it brews up smooth and mellow with none of the bitterness I sometimes get from leaf-only greens. The fact that it uses parts that would otherwise be thrown away makes it feel like a thoughtful, resourceful drink. My mug’s already empty and I’m

Honestly, I bought this because I hate wasting anything, and the fact that it’s made from tea stalks is such a clever idea. The cup I brewed was surprisingly smooth and mellow, perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up.

The roasted, nutty scent hits you the moment the bag opens, and it steeps into a smooth cup that’s somehow both mellow and grassy. I’ve been drinking it every afternoon instead of my usual snack, and the fact it uses the stalks makes it feel like a clever little secret.