Japan Gyokuro Takumi – Organic Green Tea
Jade dew created by a master of his craft. That's a loose translation of Gyokuro Takumi's motto. There is little doubt that Japanese tea masters are truly among the top in their field. If there are any non-believers, they will quickly change their minds after tasting this exclusive gyokuro grown in perfect harmony with the beautiful nature of Kyushu.
Shipping methods
| Nizozemská pošta HD - zásilkovna | 1,00 € | |
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 DHL |
4,90 € |
Ingredients
100 % Organic Japan GyokuroThe infusion and taste of tea
The infusion has a beautiful golden color with green tones. The tea surprises with its freshness, unexpected sweetness with herbal notes and a distinct umami flavor.
Origins
Japan's southernmost island of Kyushu is famous for its massive active volcano, Aso. Thanks to it, there is no shortage of tectonic activity, hot springs and mineral-rich soil in this part of the Land of the Rising Sun. The latter in particular is the reason for why there is a flood of the most famous tea plantations, whose speciality is green tea.
One of them is the one in Kagoshima Prefecture. It produces a very unique tea called Takumi. This gyokuro is entirely dependent on the skill of its makers. It is grown organically, without a touch of added chemistry. However, this can often be a stumbling block, as gyokuro is one of the so-called shaded teas. Pests thrive in shade, so the trees have to be protected with experience cultivated by generations of tea growers armored with patience.
The tea plants need to be shades for a minimum of 18, but most often up to 30 days. This always happens in the spring, so that the first buds can be harvested immediately afterwards, together with the 2 deep green leaves that hide a taste and aroma of unprecedented intensity. As well as the harvesting, the subsequent rolling into thin needles is done entirely by hand, so that only the highest quality is carefully monitored at all times.
Carefulness and dedication to the craft is rewarded with the highest price at the end of the process. An extraordinary tea that captivates with an intoxicating aroma and a taste so delicious that you will put the cup down with the last drop, wondering whether you were more enchanted by the exceptional umami notes or the combination of freshness and surprising sweetness.
Benefits of ingredients:
Tea packaging preview
We pack our teas in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. This container protects the quality of the tea against humidity, light or foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew.
Preparation
60 °C
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2 minutes
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3g per 100 ml
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Instructions for preparation
First infusion:
Pour 100ml of boiled water (60°C) per 3g of tea.
Covered, steep for 2 minues, then remove the strainer.
Second infusion:
Pour required amount of boiled water (70°C) over tea leaves.
Steep for 1.5 minutes.
Third infusion:
Pour required amount of boiled water (80°C) over tea leaves.
Steep for 1 minute.
