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August Essentials Bright Green Tea
$12.99
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Discover a refreshing green tea blend that balances smooth, mild flavor with natural sweetness. August Uncommon's Bright Green combines organic Japanese kukicha with bright notes of lemon and honeysuckle, creating a tea that's equally enjoyable hot or iced.
Kukicha, made from tea plant stems rather than leaves, delivers a naturally lower caffeine profile while maintaining the green tea benefits you're looking for. This blend is perfect for morning sipping, afternoon refreshment, or anyone seeking a gentler green tea without sacrificing flavor.
Why You'll Love This August Uncommon Blend
- Smooth & Mild Taste: Kukicha's stem-based character creates a naturally mellow cup with sweet undertones
- Lower Caffeine Option: Enjoy green tea without the jolt—ideal for evening enjoyment or caffeine-sensitive drinkers
- Japanese Heritage: Sourced directly from Kagoshima, Japan's premier tea region
- Versatile Brewing: Works beautifully as a hot infusion or refreshing iced tea
- Organic Quality: Pure, pesticide-free tea leaves for peace of mind with every cup
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does August Essentials Bright Green Green Tea contain caffeine?
Yes, but in lower amounts than standard green tea. Kukicha naturally contains less caffeine than leaf-based teas, making it an excellent choice if you're monitoring intake while still enjoying green tea benefits. -
How do I brew August Uncommon's Bright Green?
Steep one teaspoon in 8 oz of water heated to 160–180°F for 2–3 minutes. Adjust steeping time to taste. The mild flavor allows for multiple infusions without bitterness. -
What makes this different from standard green tea?
This blend uses kukicha—harvested stems—rather than leaves, creating a sweeter, smoother profile with naturally lower caffeine while preserving green tea's wellness qualities.
- Ingredients: Organic kukicha green tea from Kagoshima, Japan.
- Format: Loose-leaf tea
- Origin: Kagoshima, Japan
- Tea Type: Organic Japanese kukicha green tea
- Flavor Notes: Lemon, honeysuckle, naturally sweet
- Caffeine Level: Low
- Best Served: Hot or iced
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Ingredients
Kukicha Green Tea
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| Tea type | Green tea | Green tea | Green tea | Green tea |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flavor notes | Smooth, Citrus, Floral | Fruity, Floral, Fresh | Citrus, Smooth, Fresh | Savory, Smooth, Fresh |
| Key ingredients | Kukicha Green Tea | Peach, Green Tea | Lemon Peel, Butterfly Pea Flower, Sencha Green Tea, Lemon Flavor… | Kukicha Green Tea |
| Origin | Japan | Not listed | Not listed | Japan |
| Brewing | 180°F · 2–3 min | 180°F · 2–3 min | 180°F · 3–5 min | 180°F · 2–3 min |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
