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Gyokuro Kotobuki

Name: Gyokuro Kotobuki
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Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)

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A shade-grown green tea that is aromatic with a smooth, rich umami taste and sweetness that lingers in your mouth.

Product Type 50g Tin (Loose Tea) 50g Tin Refill

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At a Glance

High Caffeine

Umami Flavor

Good For Mornings

Kyoto, Japan

Consisting of finely shaded tea leaves from the prestigious Kyoto region, Gyokuro green tea is grown in the shade for 20 days before harvest, resulting in a jade-colored tea rich in nutrients.

This shade-growing process enhances its natural caffeine content, making Gyokuro a rare and esteemed green tea even in Japan.

Tasting Notes

Gyokuro Kotobuki Shade-Grown Green Tea has a floral aroma that features a smooth, rich umami taste and lingering sweetness, with a hint of astringency.

Brew Guide

Use the amounts below as a guide—adjust to your taste preference.

Tea Leaves: 1 teaspoon (4g)
Water: 1 cup (8oz)
Water Temperature: 122°F (50°C)-140°F(60°C)
Steeping Time: 2 minutes (up to 3 times)

Health Benefits

Rich in L-theanine, antioxidants
Naturally high in caffeine.
Enhances focus and boosts immunity.
Promotes stress relief and relaxation.
Offers a balanced and invigorating wellness experience.

Meet the farmer

HIROSHI SATO

佐藤弘

From Kyoto, Japan

Sourced from a family-run farm in Kyoto, Japan—a prefecture that boasts producing some of the most high-quality, distinct Gyokuro—organically grown and carefully crafted in small batches.

Additional Details

Product Type	Weight	Dimensions
50g Tin (Loose Tea)	4 oz	3"H x 3"D x 3"W
50g Tin Refill (Loose Tea)	2.2 oz	3"H x 3"D x 1"W

玉露の淹れ方

HOW TO BREW GYOKURO

1 | Heat fresh, filtered water until boiled.

2 | Pour water into cups to warm the cup and cool down the water. You can also use a yuzamashi water cooler.

3 | Pour water over the tea leaves.

Recommended water temperature for Gyokuro is 122°F (50°C)-140°F (60°C). Try different brew times and temperatures to find your preference.

4 | Steep for 1.5-3 minutes. All of our teas can be steeped up to 3 times.

氷出汁

ICE BREW - KOORIDASHI GYOKURO

1 | Put the tea leaves in a kyusu or teapot (with a capacity of 500-700ml) without a tea strainer and spread thinly for easy extraction.

*Using a tea strainer is not recommended, as the extracted tea may get lukewarm over time at room temperature. If you would like to use a tea strainer, we would encourage you to leave the ice to melt in the fridge overnight.

2 | Put the ice directly on top of the tea leaves. We recommend using ice made from filtered water or mineral water for a more delicious flavor.

3 | Leave the teapot at room temperature for 4 to 5 hours or leave it in the fridge overnight. After the ice melts, shake it gently to even out the tea extract. Pour into the cup(s). Enjoy the beautiful green color and wonderful umami flavor!

Amazing teas

I love, love, love all three Gyokuro teas. Which is my favorite? Whichever one I'm drinking on any given day. But maybe, Mikado is at the top of the list. Smooth delicate layered flavors with no astringency. Each morning I carefully brew the tea, bringing a cup to my wife who's still in bed. That's been our ritual for years. (We also enjoy the Sencha with Matcha). The customer care is fabulous as well. With each order, a hand written note is enclosed thanking me for supporting this small family business. I so appreciate this graciousness.

Incredible quality, taste is wonderful. This is the real deal. I will be coming back to Senbird’s Gyokuro over and over.

Excellent quality, would buy again

Japanese gyrokuro green tea

I drink green tea every morning as my morning beverage

Perfect tea

Absolutely love this tea. Excellent favor profile.

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Gyokuro Kotobuki

HIROSHI SATO

HOW TO BREW GYOKURO

ICE BREW - KOORIDASHI GYOKURO

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