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Japan
Asia
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Description
Yame Kabusecha Gyokuro Exclusive – Shade-Grown Umami Green TeaYame Kabusecha Gyokuro from Fukuoka Prefecture is a Japanese green tea that sits beautifully between sencha and gyokuro. It's grown much like sencha, yet shaded for a time like gyokuro — in this case, the tea bushes were covered for 14 to 16 days to block sunlight during growth and deepen the tea's umami notes. The result is a tea with the refreshing flavor of sencha and some of the rich, savory "soul" of gyokuro. Yame is famous for producing some of Japan's finest shaded teas, and this exclusive kabusecha is a wonderful example of the region's craftsmanship. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItKabusecha offers much of the luxurious umami of gyokuro at a more everyday price. It's rich yet refreshing, with a full mouthfeel and smooth finish that make it a pleasure to sip. Its shading also gives it a smooth, savory depth.
How to EnjoyBrew it with slightly cooler water to bring out its sweetness and umami, and enjoy multiple infusions. It pairs wonderfully with sushi, sashimi, tofu dishes and Japanese sweets. Rich, fragrant and beautifully smooth, Yame Kabusecha Gyokuro is a shaded green tea to savor. It's a wonderful everyday luxury for green tea lovers and a thoughtful gift for anyone curious about Japan's shaded teas. |
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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.
- 0275°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.
- 0275°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 75°C and steep for 1.5-2 min.
Ingredients:
Green tea
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