Amacha hydrangea

Hydrangea serrata

infusion · leaf

Fermented, then dried leaves of a hydrangea, steeped into a naturally sweet tea, with no sugar.

Origin

Japan

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

Only amacha hydrangea, in a light infusion: garden hydrangeas, and amacha brewed too strong, cause nausea and vomiting.

Did you know?

In Japan, it is poured over statues of the Buddha to celebrate his birth, on April 8.