The Japanese mulberry leaves, also called Kuwa, come from the Yamanashi
Prefecture that has been known for its silk culture since the 10th century. The
leaves were initially fed to the silk caterpillars. Later, the large-leafed mulberry tree was cultivated; according to a legend, its origin lies in the blessing of the Dragon god of the Shibireko lake which is why the natives also call its leaves “Dragon God”. Up to today, Yamanashi is spoken of as the birthplace of
mulberry products. The cultivation area lies at an altitude of 300 to 700 m and the resulting temperature differences are responsible for the characteristic, typically sweet and slightly grassy, mild flavour of the leaves, which reminds of green tea. The processing resembles the Japanese tea culture of handpicking and water steam distillation instead of fermentation. Enjoy the unique flavour, shed the silk coat of the caterpillar and become an opalescent butterfly.
1-3 minutes d'infusion
75° - 80° C température de l'eau
4-5 cuillères à café bombée/ 1 litre