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organic gyokuro 玉露, 50g

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gyokuro means "precious dew", it is considered in Japan as the ultimate umami tea, where this sweet and deep flavor reaches its highest concentration. gyokuro tea plants are covered several weeks before harvest, which naturally intensifies the umami and develops notes of sweet kombu, fresh butter, and steamed spinach. an exceptional tea, sought after for its round and persistent umami, its milky sweetness, and its tender vegetal finish.

tasting notes
sweet kombu, fresh butter. steamed spinach, tender chestnut, sweet pea

information
year of production: 2025
harvest: 1st spring picking
production method: tea plants covered several weeks before harvest
altitude: mid-mountain gardens (300-500m)
variety: saemidori cultivar
specificity: gradual shading of tea plants and controlled irrigation to enhance sweetness and umami concentration. influences from the volcanic mists of kirishima.

packaging: resealable bag of 50g


umami vegetal verdant milky
32.00 CHF 32.00 CHF

terms and conditions
delivery : 2-3 business days

preparation


Essential infusion – Clear umami, tender vegetal, sweetness

For 3 infusions, 3g
1st cup: 30ml at 50°C – 1 min
2nd cup: 50 ml at 60 °C – serve immediately
3rd cup: 50 ml at 70 °C – serve immediately 

Refined infusion – Rounder, denser, easy to succeed
For 3 infusions, 5g
1st cup : 40 ml at 45°C – 2 min.
2nd cup : 60 ml at 55°C – 45 sec.
3rd cup : 80ml at 70° -20-30 sec.

Expert infusion – very concentrated extraction, maximum umami 
(preparation on 50g bag)

For 3 infusions, 5g
1st cup : 30 ml at 35°C – 3 min.
2nd cup : 60ml at 35°C – 1 min.
3rd cup : 90 ml at 80° - 15-30 sec.

producer


The Kirishima region, in Kagoshima Prefecture, has long been recognized as one of the great terroirs of Japanese tea.

Kirishima teas are born at the foot of the sacred mountains of Japanese mythology. Between volcanic lands, morning mists, and pure waters, the tea gardens of Kirishima give rise to teas of remarkable finesse and great aromatic depth.

The producer from whom we source directly and visit regularly pays particular attention to the quality of each production. Each batch is systematically tasted and validated by the manager of the operation himself, ensuring consistency and uncompromising standards.

We hope that each cup allows you to feel the purity of the air of Kirishima, its preserved nature, and its almost sacred atmosphere. These teas offer a bright freshness, beautiful aromatic transparency, and a delicate umami that faithfully reflect the unique character of this exceptional region.