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The length of time the leaves are exposed to sunlight has a direct affect on its taste. Teas that are grown in direct sunlight, likesencha, tend to have a slightly more bitter taste. So the first harvest of sencha tends to be the best. But we’re not here to talk about sencha. Tea...