Shōun Uji Gyokuro
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      Uji Gyokuro Shōun

      A very high quality first flush gyokuro provided to us by another famous, centuries old firm in Uji Japan. Uji Gyokuro Shōun is shade grown before harvesting, giving it a greener color and sweeter taste. Once you learn to make it properly, you will be hooked for life!  Be sure to read our brewing instructions as it is brewed differently than sencha: How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

      Available in 100gm packages.

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      Score: 4.73 (votes: 11)
      Reviews: 7
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      • ¥2,800 JPY
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      • Nancy Hall
        Feb 11, 2017, 00:53
        This one is my favorite green tea. Sweet undertones and brews perfectly at 165 degrees for 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
      • Alex G
        Feb 2, 2017, 13:53
        I found this to be just as enjoyable as the very popular and similarly-priced Yame Gyokuro.
      • Toby Klinger
        Feb 2, 2017, 00:08
        Not quite as flavorful as the Yame more syrupy and not as refreshing, I would recommend the Yame if you are trying to decide.
      • Aaron
        Jul 30, 2016, 05:13
        I enjoy both this and the Yame (same price). I recommend trying one of each and rotating to appreciate the subtleties of each. Both are delightful.
      • Jason Mackisoc
        Jul 21, 2014, 12:00
        It's very light, but sweet with nice umami flavour. I can get four or five 90-100ml infusions out of it and each time it's subtly different, but consistently sweet. It's not in your face, and you appreciate it as it tingles your lips and then afterwards with traces of lingering flavour.  And for less than $30 for 100g it's a great value, and a good Gyokuro for someone who prefers theirs light and refreshing.
      • WAI MAN LAM
        Mar 25, 2014, 18:36
        Nice everyday gyokuro.

        For this price and the amount ( 100g ) it is excellent.

        The umami flavour is nice in the 1st infusion, less in the 2nd infusion. In comparison to other gyokuro, the umami flavour of this tea diminish quickly from the 3rd infusion.

        Would buy again for everyday gyokuro.
      • Russell Karbach
        Apr 22, 2013, 12:00
        Uji Gyokuro Shou-Un is an excellent gyokuro for its price. 
        The first cup has a noticeable thickness in the mouth and on the tongue ,good flavor:smooth finish;  Although not as rich as Uji Gyokuro "Tsurujirushi",for everyday and drinking  at this price I must agree with the previous review'
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        • SKU
          16236-TJ
        • Shipping Weight
          110 g
      • Loose Leaf
        • Ease of Brewing
          Somewhat Difficult - May take some practice to get it perfect.
        • Net Weight
          100 g / 3.52 oz
        • Growing Region
          100% Uji
        • Year
          2023
        • Harvest
          First and/or Shincha
        • Breed
          Gokou, Samidori, Uji-hikari
        • Shading
          Full Shade (Gyokuro / Matcha)
        • Steaming
          Light
        • Color
          Green
        • Aroma
          Strong
        • Taste
          Sweet
        • Astringency
          Mild
        • Clarity
          Clear
        • First infusions per Pkg
          12
        • Organic
          No
        • Leaf (dry weight grams) to Water (1 fl oz / 30 ml) Ratio (recommended)
          1.2 g to 1 oz/30 ml
        • Brew Temp (℃/℉ - recommended )
          60℃ (140℉)
        • Brew Time (Seconds)
          150-180
        • Notes
          Pre-heat all vessels, brew with care!

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