€18.00
Limited-quantity kukicha for gyokuro tea lovers. Kukicha are the tea stems and stalks separated from the leaves to make the springtime pride of gyokuro, matcha or sencha teas. The stems contain less caffeine so this tea is perfect for the end of the day. Gyokuro kukicha has an umami flavour and a very refreshing taste. We recommend preparing at 60 °C or cold.
Availability: In stock
Taste: Lightly sweet and refreshing, with an expressive umami flavour
Aroma: Fresh, sweet freshly cut grass
Tea colour: Green, slightly cloudy
Ingredients: Green tea
Place of origin: Wazuka, Japan
* Product appearance may slightly differ from the product photo.
The taste of tea in our cup is determined by the following factors:
Preparation method:
Various tea making techniques and methods are available according to individual needs. Recommended preparation method of Yugen Tea:
Japanese preparation (3-4 infusions):
How to choose the right tea making utensils.
Tea quality: The quality of the tea leaves is not only determined by the final result of the artisan, but also by the storage conditions of the suppliers and yourself. Green Japanese tea is particularly sensitive to the environment, therefore, the recommended consumption time of this tea is quite short. To extend the expiration date, an unopened green tea package can be stored in a refrigerator. After opening the package, it is recommended to store the tea in a sun-proof package or airtight container in a cool place, as far away from moisture and odours as possible.
Water quality: Water makes up 99% of the contents of our cup of tea, so its quality is as important as the tea itself. The most suitable water for the tea is soft and as close as possible to neutral pH, with a low mineral content (50-100 mg/l). Usually, tap water in Lithuania is heavy, therefore, for best possible results, you should choose filtered or spring water. During boiling, water loses oxygen, thus it is recommended to never boil the same water more than once.
I heard about Uejima-san teas through stories. I couldn’t leave the town of Wazuka in the Uji region without tasting the teas of one of the town’s most respected masters. Uejima-san is a fifth-generation farmer well-known in the tea world and his tea is valued and found in luxury hotels. Uejima-san is the only winner with the maximum number of points in the Kyoto Tea Tasting Competition. It is a great honour to collaborate with this master and to have his teas in the Yugen Tea collection.
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