Yame Handpicked Saemidori 3-Star Dento Hon Gyokuro

After years of searching, Leo finally discovered the perfect gyokuro during his 2024 trip to Japan. "Dento Hon" is dedicated solely to producing the finest gyokuro using traditional methods. Instead of using tarps, they use bamboo to cover the tea leaves, altering the rain's minerals to create a sweeter dew that nourishes the plants. The leaves are covered for 3 weeks, and what's more impressive is it's using only single-cultivar tea leaves. Leo had the opportunity to select gyokuro ranging from 1 to 3 stars, and naturally, he chose the 3-star quality. 

So what about "Yame"? Yame has been famous for the birthplace of all the best gyokuro in Japan

100% handpicked! Nearly 99% of green tea produced in Japan is typically harvested by machines. What sets this gyokuro apart is its exclusive 100% handpicked selection. Handpicking guarantees that only the freshest and most delicate buds are chosen, enhancing both flavor and texture to the fullest.

Brewing instructions: There are various delightful ways to savor high-quality gyokuro! You can opt for a cold brew method by using 5g of tea with 750ml of water and letting it sit in the fridge overnight. Alternatively, try a room temperature infusion with the same tea-to-water ratio for 30 minutes. Our preferred approach involves using a gyokuro teapot (shiboridashi) with 5g of tea, steeped in around 100ml of water for 7 minutes at 120°F (50°C).