Harney & Sons Decaf Sencha Green Tea

Most decaffeinated green teas taste flat and hollow, leaving drinkers disappointed. This blend breaks that pattern by using carbon dioxide decaffeination—a precision method that strips caffeine while preserving the delicate flavor compounds that make sencha prized worldwide. The result is a tea that tastes remarkably close to its caffeinated counterpart, delivering the umami depth, vegetal sweetness, and clean finish you'd expect from a premium Japanese sencha.

Sencha holds a special place in Japanese tea culture as the nation's everyday green tea, celebrated for its vibrant character and satisfying body. Unlike matcha green tea, which requires whisking, or the grassy intensity of some other varieties, sencha strikes an elegant balance between freshness and subtle complexity. Harney & Sons Fine Teas sources this blend from trusted suppliers who understand how to maintain sencha's natural strengths through the decaffeination journey.

Sencha's appeal is its clean, grassy flavor with bright vegetal notes. Decaffeination removes most of the caffeine while keeping that character, so whether you're curious about green tea caffeine content or simply want less caffeine after 3 p.m., you still get a full sencha cup.

This sencha steeps into a luminous pale golden-green cup with an inviting fresh, grassy aroma. On the palate, expect smooth, clean notes with gentle vegetal undertones and a whisper-soft sweetness that lingers. To unlock the full complexity, steep at 160–180°F for 2–3 minutes. Those new to how to brew green tea should avoid boiling water—lower temperatures protect the delicate leaf structure and prevent bitterness. Cold brewing is equally rewarding: submerge the leaves in cold water for 6–8 hours or overnight to coax out the naturally sweet, full-bodied character.

Does green tea have caffeine in Harney & Sons Decaf Sencha Green Tea?
Only a little. Decaffeination removes most of the caffeine while keeping the clean, grassy sencha flavor, but a small amount of caffeine remains.

Can I cold brew Harney & Sons Decaf Sencha Green Tea?
Absolutely. Cold brewing emphasizes the naturally sweet, smooth character of this Japanese sencha. Use cold or room-temperature water and steep for 6–8 hours for a refreshing, full-bodied result.

How does this blend compare to matcha green tea or other green tea varieties?
Sencha is a steeped loose-leaf green tea, whereas matcha is a finely ground powder that you whisk into water. Sencha offers a more approachable, everyday experience with bright vegetal notes. This decaffeinated version delivers the same sencha character—just with most of the caffeine removed.

• Ingredients: Decaffeinated green tea.
• Tea Type: Decaffeinated Japanese sencha green tea
• Format: Loose leaf
• Decaffeination Method: CO2 process
• Brewing Temperature: 160–180°F
• Steep Time: 2–3 minutes (hot); 6–8 hours (cold)
• Flavor Notes: Grassy, vegetal, naturally sweet
• Source: Harney & Sons Fine Teas