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玉露 (Yù Lù)

Green · Japan (originally Chinese method)

Japan's most premium green tea, shade-grown for 20+ days before harvest. Intensely sweet and umami-rich. Originally Chinese method (玉露) exported to Japan centuries ago.

Flavor Profile

Intensely sweet, umami, seaweed-like, creamy

Caffeine Level

High

Brewing Guide

Temperature

50-60°C (122-140°F)

Amount

5g per 100ml

Steep Time

2-3 min

Number of Steeps

3 steeps

Health Benefits

  • Very high in L-theanine (calm focus)
  • Rich in chlorophyll
  • Antioxidant-dense
  • Promotes concentration

Suits These Body Types

Avoid If

yang deficiency