Gyokuro Asahi, green tea
An exclusive, highest-grade Japanese green tea boasting a smooth, sweet, and incredibly velvety flavor. Shade-grown to perfection, it features a unique, rich umami complexity and a hint of fresh ocean breeze. A royal treat for tea connoisseurs.
Gyokuro Asahi is one of the most exceptional and prestigious Japanese green teas, widely revered as the "Queen of Tea." Its name translates to "precious dew drops," beautifully reflecting the purity and sophistication of the brew. About three weeks before harvest, the tea bushes are intentionally covered and grown in complete shade. This traditional process prevents the leaves from converting amino acids into catechins, locking in a high concentration of L-theanine which grants the tea its signature natural sweetness and remarkably mellow profile.
The liquor is a beautiful pale green, showcasing an intense and savory umami character, a delicate whisper of oceanic freshness, and a velvety, lingering finish. Gyokuro Asahi is the ultimate choice for a slow, mindful tea-tasting ritual and deep meditation.
Video "The Charm of Gyokuro Asahi"
Ingredients: Premium Japanese Gyokuro green tea.
Brewing Guide:
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Amount: 1 tsp (approx. 2 g) per 150 ml of water
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Water temperature: 65–75 °C (Important: use well-cooled water to preserve the delicate flavors)
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Steeping time: 2–2.5 minutes
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Infusions: up to 3 times
Country of origin: Japan