
The leaves of this Organic Gyokuro green tea were shielded from light for 25 days and picked earlier this spring, then expertly steamed to stop oxidation. The product of a wonderful blend of different cultivars, namely Kirari 31, Haruto 34 and Saemidori, the leaves are a glossy dark green and expertly rolled to produce what is the finest Japanese green tea of all. The word Gyokuro in fact means "jade dew", a name that perfectly conveys the idea of the preciousness of this tea. In the cup, this Gyokuro reveals its delicious character: an intense umami flavour, a stunning sweetness and a body with a silky and refined texture. Tasting - Sight and smell Organic Gyokuro green tea has crisp, hair-thin leaves, needle-rolled and meticulously crafted. Their color is a dark green with some jade-colored leaves, a shiny surface and emerald reflections.