Gyokuro
Deep green leaves which when steeped present a rich cup tasting pleasantly of seaweed punctuated by delicate sweetness. Here is the very best of Japanese shade-grown, hand-picked, steamed tea.
The tea plants are shaded for a minimum of two weeks or up to three weeks before harvesting. During this time of suspended photosynthesis the chlorophyll content increases resulting in production of high levels of L-theanine, the amino acid to which the sweetness & umami flavor, indicative of Gyokuro, is attributed.
Heat water well below boiling (approx. 140°), steep 2.5 teaspoons up to 3 minutes, refresh as desired.
You might also enjoy varying steep times for multiple infusions: 90 seconds, then 2 minutes, then 3 minutes.
Water Temperature
140°F
Serving Size
2.5 tsp
Steep Time
3 minutes
Caffeine
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