“As Maiko’s description states, this has quite potent sweetness, yet it is very smooth. Other gyokuro I’ve had, the sweetness was good far too powerful. The sweetness of this tea is intense, but at...” Read full tasting note
In contrast to the very popular ‘Shincha’ (freshly harvested tea) Nomigoro belongs to the ‘Kuradashi Cha’ (out of the storehouse tea) category. As with good wine it takes many years to mature it’s distinct flavor. Tea expert Yamashita Toshikazu keeps this Gyokuro in a designated cold store for about 5 years to create an especially potent sweetness and mellow flavor.
The thick leaves create an emerald colored beverage with a soft palate texture. The high quality tea maintains its good flavor even up to 4-5 servings.
(Kuradashi Gyokuro)
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