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Kuradashi Gyokuro Pinnacle (40g/1.41oz)

US$34.00

Nickname J   (United States)
Review Ordered this after trying the Kuradashi Gyokuro Premium (which I would love to review if the page were still available, easy 5/5 stars, good brothy and umami taste and incredible value), and I was surprised by the strong fragrant aroma when I opened the bag! And I was even more surprised when I found that this gyokuro handles multiple brews like a champ. I've gotten 5 brews out of a single session and counting...

Personally, I found that this gyokuro handles a more concentrated brew with less water quite well. This tea can handle 7-8 g with 100 mL (or even less! I've seen places recommend 80 mL for 10 g) and the flavour will be much stronger. And this gyokuro is very fun to experiment with different temperatures for different flavours. You can get a wide range from sharp astringency to mellow umami, accompanied by a pleasant rich brothiness across all temperatures. Cold brewing it is also very nice, and an easy way to finish with the leaves.

I do wish the bag were resealable or easier to clip, though. I struggled to keep it airtight after opening, and I think it's unfortunately lost a bit of freshness ever since...
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Date November 20, 2024

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