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This tea is very plum heavy- by that, I mean the tart Japanese green plums rather than the larger purple Western plums. If you like crisp umeboshi, you will recognize the astringent note in this tea. Just don’t expect a juicy, fruity flavour- this suggests more of a tart green dry note the Japanese call “shibui.” No bitterness, but it does have that dry slightly unripe quality overall and especially in the finish.

The tea is that perfect servicable standard Lupicia green that pairs well with the ume. This tea definitely gives me spring vibes, rather that the current autumn. I’d say give it a try if you are a fan of Japanese plums.