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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
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?
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...

Which Water is Best for Green Tea?
Optimal Water for Japanese Green Tea Does your area have hard water or soft water? The water from your tap could be hard water or soft. Soft water is best. Hard water contains a...
Which Water is Best for Green Tea?
Optimal Water for Japanese Green Tea Does your area have hard water or soft water? The water from your tap could be hard water or soft. Soft water is best. Hard water contains a...

High-Quality Gyokuro is Aged
High quality gyokuro leaves are (unlike sencha) aged to create a tea renowned for its distinct taste and aroma. This aging blends and mellows the flavenoids and other organic compounds...
High-Quality Gyokuro is Aged
High quality gyokuro leaves are (unlike sencha) aged to create a tea renowned for its distinct taste and aroma. This aging blends and mellows the flavenoids and other organic compounds...

How do I clean my teapot and matcha bowl?
Cleaning a Japanese teapot is easy. Fill it halfway with clean water, then shake the pot gently back and forth to get the leaves out. Then rinse with clean water....
How do I clean my teapot and matcha bowl?
Cleaning a Japanese teapot is easy. Fill it halfway with clean water, then shake the pot gently back and forth to get the leaves out. Then rinse with clean water....