“Nice light gyokuro. Gentle enough to be a daily drinker, but complex enough to savor every day. I believe this is what they serve at Ippodo retail locations if you order a standard Gyokuro.” Read full tasting note
“Kuki (stems) guyokuro. By ippodo Dry stems: veggie like https://www.instagram.com/p/BDGYEcjp49F/ Wet stems: intensified veggies https://www.instagram.com/p/BDGYedFJ496/ Light steep: I taste/smell;...” Read full tasting note
Being a shade-cultivated tea, gyokuro is rich in theanine-an amino acid responsible for gyokuro’s full-bodied mellow sweetness and slightly viscous nature.
In Japan, there is a special name for this taste: umami.
Generally, the higher the grade, the richer the umami taste.
While many teas are served hot and consumed as a means to quench a thirst, gyokuro is different. A typical serving is a precious 1/3 of a teacup at a very comfortable 60 C. Indeed, gyokuro’s refined luxurious taste is meant to be savored, not rushed.
For seasoned gyokuro drinkers interested in a tea with a rich, robust character, Ippodo offers Karigane. Unlike the tightly twisted leaves of regular gyokuro, Karigane consists of leaf stems. Highly recommended for gyokuro devotees looking for a high-quality taste at an attractive price.
If you are purchasing this tea for your own consumption, this 100g bag is a good choice.
It contains enough tea for about 10 kyusu (Japanese teapot) servings, perfect if you like to drink gyokuro once a day or so. To enjoy the freshest taste, please try to use the tea within 2 weeks of opening the package. If you are trying gyokuro for the first time, we recommend that you consider starting with a 50g bag of Rimpo instead.
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