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Uji Gyokuro – First Harvest Reserve – Premium Kyoto GyokuroDiscover the pinnacle of Japanese tea craftsmanship with our Uji Gyokuro First Harvest Reserve. Cultivated in the historic, nutrient-rich farmlands of Uji, Kyoto — the ancient capital and birthplace of Japan's finest teas — this selection represents the very best of the celebrated first harvest. What sets gyokuro apart is the meticulous care taken before a single leaf is plucked. For twenty days prior to harvest, the tea bushes are shaded from the sun, boosting the levels of chlorophyll and L-theanine in the leaves. Once harvested, the leaves are immediately steamed to lock in their vibrant freshness, then artfully shaped using a traditional rolling dryer into distinctive, comma-shaped leaves that preserve the plant's delicate fibers and essential oils. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItUji Gyokuro is a luxurious sensory experience that brings the authentic taste of Kyoto directly to your cup. Its deep umami, silky texture and complete absence of bitterness make it one of the most rewarding green teas you can enjoy.
How to EnjoyBrew it gently with cooler water in a small teapot and savor it in small cups. Re-steep the leaves for several infusions, and pair it with delicate Japanese sweets for a true tea-house experience. It also makes an elegant gift for tea connoisseurs. Refined, silky and deeply satisfying, Uji Gyokuro is Japanese tea at its finest. |
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Our tea bags are made from PLA (polylactic acid), a bioplastic made from plant starch — most often corn, sometimes cassava, beets or sugarcane. Because it’s made from starch, it’s considered much safer for use with food and drink.
- BPA- and phthalate-free — no endocrine disruptors in your cup
- Petroleum-free and non-toxic
- Compostable and recyclable
Make it your kind of cup
ready, set, steep.
A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.
- 011-1.5 TSP or 1 BAGScoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 0280°C200mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 031.5 - 2 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
- 04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.
- 01Double the leavesMake it boldUse twice your usual tea amount for a concentrated infusion.
- 0280°C200mlBrew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 031.5 - 2 minSteep, then strainRemove the leaves after brewing.
- 04Pour over iceCool things downFill a heat-safe glass to the top with ice and pour the hot tea straight over it — the melting ice brings it to the right strength.
A little steeping tipLet just-boiled water cool for a minute or two — water that’s too hot can turn delicate leaves bitter. Good leaves give a lovely second cup, too.
A fresh way to enjoy itSweeten while the tea is still hot so it dissolves. For a smoother, mellower glass, try cold brew: leaves in cold water in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
Details
Preparation:
Use 1-1.5 TSP or 1 BAG per 200ml of water at 80°C and steep for 1.5-2 min.
Ingredients:
Green tea
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May 2026