Gyokuro

Tasting Notes: balanced and calm umami, buttery, sweet with a hint of oceanic notes  Farm Location: Kawanehon, Shizuoka, Japan Cultivar: Harumodori Picking: Spring 2023 Steeping: 4-5g / 100ml 60 celsius  For the first infusion steep for 2:30, for later infusions just continue to steep the tea for 1 minute as many times as your heart’s desires.   Harumidori is a cultivar typically used for sencha production which is typically non shaded during growing. The benefit of shading during production is increasing the levels of L-Theanine which balances umami and adds soft sweetness. This offers a non aggressive approach to Japan green tea.