Premium Uji Hon Gyokuro（本玉露）
¥6,730
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"Product specificity"
Gyokuro is a tea grown under the shade. Tea plantations are covered for about 20 days to block direct sunlight. This method aims to suppress the conversion of amino acid (umami) into catechin (astringency). It results in a tea with a lot of flavor (umami) and heavy sweetness.
"About the taste"
This tea particularity is its green dried seaweed-like scent and its mellow aroma and flavor that spreads in the mouth. Uji Hon Gyokuro is a high-quality green tea with a delicate aftertaste.
"Best way to prepare"
-Hot Brew Tea-
1. Add tea leaves
3 teaspoons (~6g)
2. Add water
40 mL (1.35oz)50°C (122°F)
3. Brew
2 minutes (no wait time for second brew)
4. Serve
Pour out all the tea and enjoy it!
-Cold Brew Tea-
1. Add tea leaves
15g
2. Add water
1 L (33.81oz)Cold
3. Brew
1~2 hours
4. Serve
Stir, pour it and enjoy your tea!
"Product information"
Product type: Gyokuro (high-quality Japanese green tea)
Format: Loose leaf
Ingredient(s): Japanese green tea
Allergens information:
Contains: None.
Place of origin: Japan (Kyoto prefecture)
Net weight: 50 g (1.76oz)
Best-before: 10 months from production date in Japan.
Storage method: Avoid direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, and store at room temperature.
Product size: 11.5 x 23.0 x 1.0 cm (4.5″ x 9.1″ x 0.4″)
