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Which Tea is Best in Winter?

Which Tea is Best in Winter?

Netto Gyokuro and Kabusecha are excellent shade-grown teas. Both can be brewed at higher temperatures. About 77°-92°C (171-198°F). Netto GyokuroShade-grown for about 21 days before harvesting commences. Netto Gyokuro has...

Which Tea is Best in Winter?

Netto Gyokuro and Kabusecha are excellent shade-grown teas. Both can be brewed at higher temperatures. About 77°-92°C (171-198°F). Netto GyokuroShade-grown for about 21 days before harvesting commences. Netto Gyokuro has...

Drinking Green Tea vs. Extract & Supplements

Drinking Green Tea vs. Extract & Supplements

High concentrations of catechins and caffeine in green tea extract can be harmful Research at the American College of Gastroenterology has indicated that green tea extract, a common ingredient in weight-loss...

Drinking Green Tea vs. Extract & Supplements

High concentrations of catechins and caffeine in green tea extract can be harmful Research at the American College of Gastroenterology has indicated that green tea extract, a common ingredient in weight-loss...

Why are First-Harvest Teas Best?

Why are First-Harvest Teas Best?

The first harvest is in spring. There are 1 or 2 more harvests during the summer. First-harvest teas taste better and contain more polyphenols and vitamins than second and third harvest...

Why are First-Harvest Teas Best?

The first harvest is in spring. There are 1 or 2 more harvests during the summer. First-harvest teas taste better and contain more polyphenols and vitamins than second and third harvest...

How many cups can I prepare from 1 bag/canister of your tea?

How many cups can I prepare from 1 bag/canister...

Gyokuro and Sencha  1 bag is usually 100g (3.5 ounces). 1-2 level teaspoons for 120 to 240cc (4 to 8 ounces) of hot water.  20-25 cups (not counting re-infusions) per bag....

How many cups can I prepare from 1 bag/canister...

Gyokuro and Sencha  1 bag is usually 100g (3.5 ounces). 1-2 level teaspoons for 120 to 240cc (4 to 8 ounces) of hot water.  20-25 cups (not counting re-infusions) per bag....

Make a perfect cup of gyokuro

Make a perfect cup of gyokuro

Reduce water temperature by pouring hot water from one container to another.

Make a perfect cup of gyokuro

Reduce water temperature by pouring hot water from one container to another.

Which tea is best for you?

Which tea is best for you?

The choice is yours. All are fresh, delicious and invigorating! Netto Gyokuro High grade gyokuro from Uji. This tea has a wonderful naturally sweet aroma and a crisp gyokuro taste. Delicious hot...

Which tea is best for you?

The choice is yours. All are fresh, delicious and invigorating! Netto Gyokuro High grade gyokuro from Uji. This tea has a wonderful naturally sweet aroma and a crisp gyokuro taste. Delicious hot...