“I am making up for my silence yesterday. Today is an overcast indoor day. I will drink tea. And a lot of it. Another sample from Butiki. I am brewing this in the Gaiwan for the suggested 1...” Read full tasting note
“This was a (rather scanty) free sample from Butiki with my recent order. I do appreciate free samples, esp. since they e-mailed me to offer me two of my choice right after I placed the order—at...” Read full tasting note
“Thank you to Butiki Teas for the sample. Gyokuro is just about my favorite style of green tea, so I’m always happy to sample it. In the sample bag, this didn’t smell like anything special, but when...” Read full tasting note
“I enjoyed this tea. It was what I expect from a gyokuro.” Read full tasting note
Grown under straw shades for at least two weeks prior to harvesting, Gyokuro Superior is a first harvest green tea grown in Asahina, Japan. Translated as ‘Jewel Dew’, this rare tea produces a sweet mellow flavor that finishes with notes of seaweed. This Gyokuro Superior is extra fine.
Recommended Brew Time: 1 minute
Recommended Amount: 2 teaspoons of tea for 8oz of water
Recommended Temperature: 140 F
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