Nio Teas Podcast
Episodes
Episode 217: Make a Starbucks Matcha Latte at Home
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we teach you how to make a matcha latte that’s comparable to the ones that you get at Starbucks
Episode 216: Top 5 Tea Shops in Tokyo
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re going through the top 5 tea shops we’ve found during our travels in Japan
Episode 215: Black Tea, Green Tea and Oolong Tea, What’s the Difference?
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the difference between 3 different types of tea
Episode 214: Hojicha Latte
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we learn how to make a Hojicha latte with oat milk!
Episode 213: History of Japanese Green Tea
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a look at green tea in Japan over the last 1,000 years
Episode 212: Introduction to Tea Cultivars
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explain a few different cultivars of Japanese green tea
Episode 211: New Matcha Shiraore
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we test out a new tea which is a premium stem tea mixed with matcha
Episode 210: Teabags vs. Loose Leaf
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the advantage of loose leaf teas over teabags
Episode 209: What is Green Tea?
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we get down to the basics and talk about what makes a tea a green tea
Episode 208: Kukicha Osada
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes the Kukicha Osada from Shizuoka
Episode 207: How to Prepare Matcha
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we learn how to prepare a bowl of matcha tea as well as hot and cold matcha lattes
Episode 206: Creating Karigane in a French Press
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we test out the Gyokuro Karigane in a French press
Episode 205: What are stem teas?
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about what stem teas are, how they were invented and why you might want to start drinking them!
Episode 204: Caffeine in Green Tea
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How much caffeine is in green tea? That depends on the type!
Episode 203: Why Green Tea is Shaded
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how certain teas like Gyokuro and Kabuse Sencha are shaded prior to the harvest
Episode 202: Introduction to Japanese Teapots
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we travel all over Japan to learn about a few different types of teapots and how to use thm
Episode 201: Everything You Need to Know about Japanese Green Tea!
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we do a short overview of all the basic types of Japanese green tea
Episode 200: Tea Talk with Christian Maurer
31 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have an amazing talk with Christian about careers, happiness and spirituality! He also reveals the best teas he had discovered fro...
Episode 199: Murasaki Sencha from Kasugaen
30 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we test out the deep steamed yutaka Midori Sencha from Mr. Kawaji in Kagoshima
Episode 198: What’s the best way to brew Japanese green tea?
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we put 4 different brewing vessels head to head to see which one produces the best cup of Gyokuro!
Episode 197: Is more Expensive Matcha Worth it?
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we test out two Okumidori matchas with very different price tags
Episode 196: Marufuku Matcha
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we taste the Marufuku matcha from Shizuoka
Episode 195: Tasting a Kamairicha from Takachiho
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we taste a rare pan fired Japanese green tea from Mr. Issin in Takachiho
Episode 194: Hojicha Kawabataen
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste a roasted green tea from Shizuoka
Episode 193: Bancha Masudaen Tasting
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes the Bancha from Mr. Masuda in Shizuoka
Episode 192: Henta Sencha from Kirishima
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes an 8-cultivar blended Sencha from Mr. Henta in Kirishima
Episode 191: Oliver Tastes the Nuruki Shincha
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes this incredible Shincha from Chiran
Episode 190: Henta Asanoka Sencha
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Oliver tastes an Asanoka cultivar Sencha from Mr. Henta in Kirishima
Episode 189: Henta Okumidori Sencha
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes one of his favorite teas, the Okumidori Sencha from mr. Henta
Tea Talk #006: Self Care, Spirituality and Kundalini yoga with Amy Beaming
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we drink some Gyokuro with Amy, a kundalini yoga teacher, healer and all around amazing woman to hear about what brought her to spiri...
Episode 187: Matcha Without a Whisk
05 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we go over the best solutions to making matcha when you don’t have a Chasen. Watch the full video on YouTube!
Episode 186: A common Question We Get About Grinding Matcha
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of people ask us if they can grind their own matcha at home. The answer, is a bit complicated so we decided to make an episode about it!
Episode 185: Premium Saemidori Gyokuro
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we taste the Gyokuro Cha Meijin from Mr. Sakamoto!
Episode 184: Henta Saemidori Sencha
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes a Saemidori Sencha from Mr. Henta in Kirishima
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Kasugaen Asatsuyu Sencha
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we taste the third and final Sencha from Mr. Kawaji
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Kuki Hojicha Issin
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver does a tasting of the roasted stem tea from Mr. Issin
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Kasugaen Golden Sencha
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oliver tastes the golden sencha from mr. Kawaji
Episode 180: All About Roasted Teas
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the audio from our latest documentary about roasted teas on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Oj8Kc_OUh6o
Nohana Sencha Tasting
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste another one of our new teas, the Nohana Sencha from chiran
Cold Brew Shizuku Sencha
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste a new one of our teas, the cold brew Shizuku Sencha from Chiran!
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Kukicha Osada FF
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste an unshaded stem tea from the mountains of Shizuoka
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Sencha Isagawa
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste a more citrusy Sencha from the organic village of Isagawa
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Hojicha Kawabataen
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we taste the third and final Hojicha in our assortment
Episode 174: All About Gyokuro
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we launch the audio of our new Gyokuro Documentary on YouTube! Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/04kR_ksGfHA
Mega Sampler: Noike Hojicha
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we do a tasting of the sweet roasted green tea, Noike Hojicha
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Kamairicha Issin
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we do a tasting of the Kamairicha, a pan fired green tea from the Miyazaki prefecture
Episode 171: All About Sencha
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sencha is the most popular type of tea in Japan, and it’s time you learn about it! If you want to watch the video version, please checkout our YouTu...
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Bancha Masudaen
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste the Bancha Masudaen, a perfect tea to pair with afternoon snacks!
Episode 169: Tea Talks with Chad Nifoussi
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of tea talks, we sit down with live T.V host Chad Nifoussi and talk about his journey into tea
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Nuruki Shincha
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am pleasantly surprised by the Nuruki shincha, an incredible deep steamed Shincha from Chiran
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Fukamushi Yamaga no Sato
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste the famous deep steamed tea from Shizuoka
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Murasaki Sencha
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste a deep steamed tea from Kagoshima
Episode 165: Tea Talks with Fernando Ufret
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk music, high tea and travel with musician Fernando Ufret
Podcast 164: Tea Talks with Sarah Verhaagh - morning routines, fitness and matcha
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to a personal trainer about her morning matcha routine
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Henta Saemidori Sencha
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we do a tasting of the third single cultivar Sencha, the deep steamed Saemidori Sencha from Kirishima
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Henta Asanoka Sencha
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our mega sampler series with a walkthrough of the single cultivar Asanoka Sencha
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Henta Okumidori Sencha
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we begin our walkthrough of the single cultivar Senchas from Kirishima with the Henta Okumidori Sencha
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Henta Sencha
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we move into Sencha, the most common type of tea in Japan
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Gyokuro Cha Meijin
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a look at the most premium Gyokuro we offer from Mr. Sakamoto, the Gyokuro Cha Meijin
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Kukicha Sakamoto
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we go through another delicious stem tea from Me. Sakamoto, the Gyokuro Kukicha
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Karigane Sakamoto
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste the Karigane, a high quality stem tea from Mr. Sakamoto
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Gyokuro Sasa Hime
12 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we do a tasting of the Gyokuro Sasa Hime, a blend of 3 different green tea varieties
Mega Sampler Walkthrough: Gyokuro Cha Musume
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we start walking through the mega green tea sampler starting with the very popular Cha Musume!
Episode 154: Don’t Brew Gyokuro too Hot!
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we compare a Gyokuro brewed at 175 (a common temperature for green tea) versus one brewed at the ideal 140 degrees F
Episode 153: What is Aracha?
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a look at raw, unfinished green tea
Episode 152: Top 5 Teashops in Tokyo
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we share the 5 best teashops we’ve found during our travels in Tokyo!
Episode 151: Kickstart Your Day with Green Tea
04 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about a high caffeine tea you can drink in the morning to get your day started out right!
Episode 150: After Work Teas
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about 2 teas that can be great to drink after an exhausting day
Episode 149: Blending 8 Teas Together
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the Henta Sencha, a blend of 8 different tea varieties
Episode 148: Kasugaen Asatsuyu Sencha
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explain the Asatsuyu cultivar and why it works so well in a deep steamed tea
Episode 147: Cold Brew Hojicha
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we test how Hojicha tastes as a cold brew
Episode 146: Gyokuro Cha Musume
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about one of our most popular teas, the Gyokuro Cha Musume
Episode 145: What is Hojicha?
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explain the famous roasted green tea from Japan
Episode 144: Most Common Tea in Japan
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the type of tea most consumed in Japan
Episode 143: is Gyokuro Overwhelming?
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explain why some people may not have a good first impression of Gyokuro
Episode 142: How to Choose Matcha
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explain the basics of what to search for if you want high quality matcha at a reasonable price
Episode 141: Introduction into Kamairicha
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explain what Kamairicha is, how it’s made and what it tastes like
Episode 140: Ice Brewing
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we try out the Japanese method of ice brewing or “Kooridashi”
Podcast 139: Cold Brew Sencha
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we try the Yakushima Sencha as a cold brew to see how the taste changes
Episode 138: How to Brew Japanese Green Tea
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we get into the basics of how to brew Japanese green tea. You can find the whole course on Udemy here: https://www.udemy.com/share/10...
Episode 137: Why is Japanese Tea Unique?
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we narrow the focus of our tea course to the specifics of Japanese green tea and what makes them unique. Get the whole tea course for...
Episode 136: Why We Don’t Use Teabags
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the tea course, we explain why it is important to consume tea in the loose leaf form rather than in a teabag. Watch the full course...
Episode 135: 6 Different Kinds of Tea
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a lecture from our free beginners tea course on Udemy! To see more lectures, quizzes and helpful PDFs you can head over to Udemy https://www.u...
Episode 134: Intro to Tea
16 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we will be starting our beginners guide to Japanese green tea. You can find our full free online course on Udemy: https://www.udemy.c...
Podcast 133: Quest for Tea II Documentary
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a 1 hour long tour through tea fields, temples and cities to learn the secrets of Japanese tea history and production! Also available on Yo...
Episode 132: Why is Fukamushi so Green?
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explain why the second steeping of a Fukamushi Sencha has such an intense green color
Podcast 131: Is it Possible to Use Too Much Tea?
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does using more leaves make better tea? In this episode, we compare 10 grams of tea leaves to 5 grams of tea leaves and see which tastes better!
Episode 130: Why is Tea Shaded?
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we do a deep dive into the shading of Japanese green tea, how it started and why it is important in creating a sweeter tasting tea.
Episode 129: Aged Sencha - How Long Can You Keep Tea?
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we show how if a tea is stored well, it can actually improve with age!
Episode 128: Blended Gyokuro
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we taste a blended Gyokuro made from three different cultivars, Yabukita, Okumidori and Saemidori
Episode 127: Low Caffeine Green Tea
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how you can find a low caffeine green tea to enjoy in the evening
Episode 126: Karigane vs. Gyokuro
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we compare 2 teas from mr. Sakamoto. One contains stems and the other only has leaves
Episode 125: Comparing 2 Kukichas
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we compare two different stem teas from different regions
Episode 124: What is Gyokuro?
26 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explain what Gyokuro is and why it is so prized
Episode 123: Murasaki Sencha Fukamushi
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore one of our newest green teas, the Murasaki Sencha, a deep steamed green tea from Kagoshima
Episode 122: Why Filtering your Water is so Important!
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the importance of filtering the water you use for tea brewing
Episode 121: How Many Times Can You Brew Gyokuro?
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we see how many different cups you can get out of one pot of Gyokuro
Episode 120: Single Cultivar Gyokuro
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we do a tasting of a single cultivar Gyokuro!
Episode 119: 3 Reasons to Drink Fukamushicha
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore deep steamed teas and see what benefits they provide
Episode 118: Sweetness of a Gyokuro
04 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the strong sweet flavor of a Gyokuro