Hey Guys! Quick question, How does the steeping timer work?

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6yr ago

Arthur Van Siclen

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Hi @robertlstt - Sencha’s steeping timer does two things: 1) Allows boiled water to cool to the ideal steep temperature 2) Ensures that tea is steeped for the perfect duration That first part – the cooling timer – doesn’t even need a thermometer. Using Newton’s Law of Cooling formula and the on-device barometric reading, we know exactly how long it takes for boiled water to cool down until it reaches exactly the right temperature for steeping. Next, the steeping timer ensures tea is never over-steeped nor burnt. Sencha incorporates beautiful, gentle bell sounds that ensure the tea drinker never misses a step. Japanese tea is tricky. They all require different steeping temperatures and steep durations. We’ve tested a lot (read: we drink a lot of tea!), and we’ve found what temperatures and durations match with each tea to product a perfect cup. All that is hidden under the steeping timer’s minimal interface – you just need to choose a tea, tap begin, and follow the instructions. :)

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6yr ago

Andre Agha

Wow, what a gorgeous UX. What are some health benefits to Japanese green tea?

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6yr ago

Arthur Van Siclen

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Hi @andre_agha - My favorite health benefit is tea’s inclusion of L-theanine. L-theanine is an amino acid that crosses the blood brain barrier, changing neurological function and facilitating relaxation by softening the sympathetic stress response (“fight or flight”). Basically, drinking tea makes us calm and focused. Tea is extremely rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and more, with matcha being perhaps the most antioxidant-rich food we consume due to the fact that the entire leaf is ingested. Tea is also known to boost the digestive system, aiding in weight loss and preventing myriad diseases. There’s one more that I think is really important: tea brings us into the present moment. It’s a sort of ritual that alleviates distraction and helps us wake up and be present. This is a little tougher to measure than the nutritional side, but I think it really matters. Both the Sencha + Matcha apps integrate with Apple’s Health app. Every time we drink tea with the apps, nutritional data and mindful minutes are automatically logged. :)

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6yr ago

Nancy Wu

Beautiful. Purposeful. Beautiful to use and inspiring!

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6yr ago

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