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FloralUmamiSweet
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This exquisite Gyokuro presents a rich umami depth with notes of sweet seaweed and a fresh, vibrant vegetal character. Its smooth, thick texture coats the palate, leaving a lingering, delicate sweetness and a hint of fresh spring air.
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What does Yame Hon Gyokuro [50 g, Fukuoka] taste like?
This exquisite Gyokuro presents a rich umami depth with notes of sweet seaweed and a fresh, vibrant vegetal character. Its smooth, thick texture coats the palate, leaving a lingering, delicate sweetne. It leans floral, umami and sweet.
How should I brew Yame Hon Gyokuro [50 g, Fukuoka]?
Water around 70–80 °C (158–176 °F). In a mug, steep 2–3 min. For gongfu, use 3–5 g per 100 ml, 15–30 s steeps. You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. The biggest mistake with green tea is using boiling water. Keep it well below that and you won't get bitterness.
Where does Yame Hon Gyokuro [50 g, Fukuoka] come from?
Grown in Fukuoka, Japan. This batch is from the Spring harvest.
How much does Yame Hon Gyokuro [50 g, Fukuoka] cost?
Starts at $14.29 from Yuko Ono, or about $0.06/g. A 6g package gets you around 1 gongfu sessions at ~6 g each, which works out to about $0.36 per session. Explore more green teas on Teadar.