Gyokuro

Dew drop. A true, Japanese green tea variety. It grows in the region Shizuoka on the slopes of the Fudschijama. Gyokuro a tea plucked during the first harvesting period at the beginning of May and one of the finest premium teas which is reserved for special occasions.
Distinctiveness: The plants are covered with straw mats approximately 14 days before the harvest. Due to this, the plants produce more chlorophyll and the tannin content is reduced, the leaves become a dark green colour. The taste is very fine and mild with a sweet note.
Taste: very fine and mild with a sweet note and little acid.
Water temperature: 55 -60°C