Gyokuro - Yame Dentō Hon Gyokuro (Award Winning)

In the mountainous regions of Yame, this Yame Dentō Hon Gyokuro is cultivated using traditional shading methods with rice straw mats for over 16 days, followed by hand-picking. Selected by Konomi Hisakichi, the 14th-generation tea master, these tea leaves are processed by artisans using the traditional "Hoiro" roasting method on Yame washi paper over charcoal. Awarded at the Fukuoka Prefectural Tea Competition in 2024.

When you sip it, you'll enjoy the exquisite flavor of Yame Gyokuro, accompanied by a unique toasty aroma known as "hoiro-ka," with umami spreading from all sides.

Yabeya Konomien Honke, the oldest family-owned tea merchant in Kyushu and credited with naming Yame-cha, has been processing and selling high-quality tea since the mid-Edo period. In 2017, their store and tea factory were registered as cultural assets of Yame City. They work closely with trusted Yame tea farms to source tea leaves under the guidance of their fourteenth-generation master. They offer only first-cropped tea leaves, ensuring each cup captures the authentic taste and aroma of Yame-cha.

The Yame region, with its notable temperature shifts and frequent fog, is ideal for producing top-tier Tencha. As a result, Yame-cha is renowned nationwide for its rich flavor profiles. Especially, Yame's Gyokuro excels in quality, boasting Japan's highest standards in both quality and quantity.

Location: Yame, Fukuoka
Taste Profile: Umami
Cultivar:  Blended (Saemidori, Yabukita, Okumidori)
Steaming Level: Deep (Fukamushi-cha)

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Best for: Special moments of relaxation or when you want to savor something special. Ideal for a quiet morning with a book or while having a calm conversation with a friend.

How to brew:
- Use 8g of tea leaves. (2 servings)

- Add 50ml of 120°F water
- Steep the tea for 2.5 minutes.

- Squeeze out every last drop before serving.

50g