gyokuro pouring hohin

What Is Gyokuro?

Gyokuro, “jade dew”, is a rare shade-grown green tea from Japan. Shaded in a similar style to matcha, Gyokuro has a deep emerald color, rich taste, and high caffeine.

Date:

October 16, 2024

Author:

Rishi Tea

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origin:japan, origins_and_travel, tea_tasting, tea_type:green_tea

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