Nothing captures the essence of Japanese spring quite like the fleeting charm of cherry blossoms, or “Sakura.” For an optimal experience, try a cold infusion steeped overnight in soft water. To enhance the aroma, savor it from a white wine glass such as one for Riesling. Using a stoneware Japanese teapot, the sakura flavor intensifies from the second infusion as the initial strong umami softens. Higher temperatures can extract more flavor, but use fewer leaves to prevent bitterness. Net weight: 50g
