Introduction:Japan’s Lupicia Book 100 series features over a hundred tea varieties, ranging from classic oolong and sencha to exotic black teas, each with its own unique flavor. This article selects the top 10 best-selling tea flavors, offering an in-depth review of signature blends like Kyoho White Peach and TOKIO Tokyo Berry, while also comparing the aroma and taste profiles of Ceylon Dimbula and Darjeeling black teas. Additionally, it analyzes the true performance of specialty teas such as Nilgiri and deep-steamed sencha, helping you find the most suitable daily brew and providing practical brewing tips.
Japan’s Lupicia is widely praised for its diverse range of tea bags, and the Book 100 series is a collection of over a hundred different flavors, including refreshing green teas, rich black teas, and creative flavored teas. Starting from the popularity rankings, this article takes you on a deep dive into popular blends like Kyoho White Peach and TOKIO Tokyo Berry, compares the flavor profiles of Ceylon Dimbula and Darjeeling black teas, and also examines the true characteristics of specialty teas like Nilgiri, deep-steamed sencha, and Cherry Black Tea. Whether you’re new to Lupicia or a seasoned tea drinker looking for a daily staple, you’ll find the perfect tea for you here.
Among the top 10 best-selling teas, Kyoho #8224 is highly praised for its unique grape aroma, while White Peach Oolong Premium #8231 and White Peach Sencha #8284 showcase a perfect blend of rich fruit and tea aromas. TOKIO Tokyo Berry Green #8506 is well-received for its fresh fruity flavor paired with a green tea base, and COOKIE Biscuit Tea #5537 surprises with its stunning creamy aroma. In the Nilgiri black tea category, THA BREAK #5113 stands out with its exceptionally smooth taste, while among the three Darjeeling black teas, the Second Flush #5001 is particularly favored for its rich and layered infusion.
Nilgiri BOP #4400 is officially recommended for blending into lemon tea, with a tea aroma that carries distinct notes of green fruit and hay, making it ideal for those who prefer a refreshing taste. The premium option, THA BREAK #5113, is crafted from a blend of Nilgiri teas from multiple regions, resulting in a high-quality black tea with pronounced floral and fruity notes and a smooth mouthfeel, perfect for pure enjoyment and relaxation.
In the Darjeeling black tea series, aside from the Second Flush #5001, the First Flush offers prominent fruity notes but has lower endurance in steeping, while the Autumnal has a more balanced performance. Musk Darjeeling #5237 cleverly incorporates muscat grape spices, using Darjeeling as its base, resulting in a nuanced and naturally spiced profile that is more balanced than the purely muscat-flavored #5218.
Ceylon Dimbula Black Tea #5024 comes from Sri Lanka’s premium tea-growing region, with a deep orange-red liquor that carries jasmine and orange blossom aromas, making it suitable for drinking plain or with milk—it’s the standout choice for milk tea in the series. Compared to other Ceylon or Assam milk tea options, this one is more highly recommended.
In Japanese green teas, Tosa Niyodogawa Sencha #7421, grown in the highlands of Kochi Prefecture, exhibits distinct mossy and bean-like aromas with a pronounced umami. Gozu Kama Roasted Tea #7403 is a rare pan-fired green tea from Japan, boasting a unique “kama aroma” with a rich scent and nostalgic charm.
Within the deep-steamed sencha series, Gozensama #8031 is renowned for its three-layered sweet and mellow taste, rich yet not bitter, making it suitable for daily consumption; Ukiyo Ippun Go-Rin #8032 has a bolder flavor with roasted notes. Ichi Ni San #8835 is a roasted tea made from sencha stems, ideal for iced drinks and pairing with sweets.
Cherry Black Tea #5223 and Cherry Black Tea VERT #8234 are based on black and green teas respectively, showcasing sweet and refreshing styles—the former is favored by women, the latter by men. White Peach Sencha #8284 and White Peach Oolong Premium #8231 both center around white peach aroma, with the latter being more popular due to its superior texture from the oolong base.
Grapefruit Black Tea #5219 is known for its authentic fruit pulp sensation, with a balanced sweet-tart profile and Earl Grey-like aromatic layers. Kyoho Green Tea #8224, with its grape-based aroma, is a classic must-try. TOKIO #8506 combines field berry flavors with green tea, making it great for iced tea and a highly representative signature blend.
COOKIE #5537 delivers a delightful surprise with its black tea-infused biscuit flavor, tasting like cream cookies paired with tea; Strawberry & Vanilla #8502 perfectly recreates the aroma of strawberry ice cream. Shining Genmaicha #8806 and Matcha Black Bean Genmaicha #8834 both use genmai (roasted rice) as their base, offering matcha and nutty aromas respectively, ideal for tea drinkers who enjoy smooth and comforting flavors.
HONEYBUSH #9002 is a South African honey herbal tea with a gentle aroma and natural aftertaste, making it an excellent choice among herbal teas. For brewing, use water around 90°C, with steeping time adjusted according to the tea—usually 2 to 3 minutes. Deep-steamed sencha or black teas can be steeped longer based on personal preference.
The above content is compiled by CoffeeHunters, a coffee news website.
