BLESSING - Uji Gyokuro - Pre-order

Sourced from high-altitude mountain gardens situated well above 200 meters in Uji, Kyoto, this ultra-premium Gyokuro represents the pinnacle of shade-grown Japanese green tea, a rare caliber historically served to the Emperor of Japan. The tea bushes are shaded for weeks before harvest under traditional tana frames to maximize natural L-theanine and savory umami. The tender spring leaves are medium-steamed (chūmushi) and rolled into dark, glossy needles that yield a pale jade infusion loaded with rich, broth-like flavor, sweet sea kelp, and a silky, lingering finish with zero harshness. In Japan, Uji Gyokuro of this imperial distinction is revered as a luxury collector's tea, traditionally prepared at low water temperatures for quiet moments of contemplation or served to honor distinguished guests.