Kyusu-teapot, cylindric, black, structured, 180 ml

Enjoy a harmonious aroma with the fine sweetness typical of Gyokuro, paired with a refreshing fruity spice and a long, full-bodied aftertaste. For the first time we can now offer a premium Gyokuro from the highlands of Kagoshima. The tea bushes are only harvested once a year. In two stages, the tea plants are shaded for a total of 3 weeks and slightly steamed for about 40 seconds (Futsuumushi). The infusion of the small dark green needle-shaped leaves presents itself in the cup with a green that is unusually intense for Gyokuro, especially in the second infusion, and a fresh, invigorating fragrance. We recommend three infusions at 50-60°C for this tea, the fruity aromas are particularly effective in cold infusion. Fully shaded teas from organic cultivation are particularly rare, as the tea plants are also particularly prone to parasites in the strong shade and special diligence and experience are required for cultivation. However, the effort is rewarded with a very special, multifaceted density of aromas. Storage In order to preserve the precious flavours and ingredients of the tea as best as possible, we ask you to seal the bag well and store it cool and dark - ideally in your refrigerator or freezer. 

The organic cultivation of fully shaded Gyokuro is an art that finds its perfection in this exclusive tea. Enjoy the velvety texture and a pristine aroma with the innocent fruity sweetness reminiscent of young sugar peas, which results from an especially high theanine content. From the prized cultivar Sae Midori our farmers have created a real treasure: the Sae Gyokuro. With a velvety texture, a pristine aroma and an innocent sweetness reminiscent of young sugar peas. A tea that invites you to dream. As a seasonal tea, Sae Gyokuro is only harvested once a year and available only while stocks last. In two stages, the tea plants are shaded for a total of 3 weeks and slightly steamed (chumushi). We recommend three infusions at 50-60°C for this tea, the fruity aromas are particularly effective in cold infusion. Fully shaded teas from organic cultivation are particularly rare, as the tea plants are also particularly prone to parasites in the strong shade and special diligence and experience are required for cultivation. However, the effort is rewarded with a very special, multifaceted density of aromas. In order to preserve the precious flavours and ingredients of the tea as best as possible, we recommend to seal the bag well and store it cool and dark in the refrigerator or freezer.

<h2> Shincha 2023 - Spring in the cup!</h2> Shincha - the "new tea" heralds the beginning of the tea year every spring. The first tea from the fine, particularly aromatic leaf tips, which are harvested in Kagoshima's subtropical climate as early as mid-April. This year, however, it was particularly exciting: a late frost at the beginning of April severely affected some of the plants of the early cultivars, so that the harvest was significantly reduced here. The tea gardens of the Fujiwara family are located on the island of Yakushima in the very south of Kagoshima Prefecture and were fortunately spared any major damage. Fujiwara-san was one of the organic pioneers in Japanese tea cultivation. In the meantime, his son and his wife have taken over the small business, where many things are still produced by hand and in small batches. This is also the case with the Shincha Yakushima, which, as in previous years, consists of 100% Yabukita cultivar. <h3>Aroma:</h3> As one of the few exceptions in the KEIKO range, the Shincha Yakushima is only lightly steamed (Asamushi) and thus has a pleasantly light-footed, sweetish-floral aroma. Besonders in den späteren Aufgüssen entwickelt der Tee eine zarte Kirschnote. the cup colour is clearer and lighter than that of heavily steamed teas and has a hay-green hue. With its fresh, mildly sweet aromas, Shincha Yakushima is also highly recommended for green tea beginners.<b> Kabusecha</b> is green tea, for the production of which the tea plants are shaded for a period of 7-10 days before harvesting, whereby they form a high content of chlorophyll and other active substances and at the same time few bitter substances. Its characteristic "shade aroma" is called "ooika". Early pickings such as Shincha Yakushima also have a particularly high theanine content, which is noticeable in the sweet taste. <h3>preparation</h3> We recommend an infusion temperature of about 65°C. Let the first infusion steep for about 70 seconds. Afterwards, a few seconds are enough to elicit the aroma from the leaves. For the last infusion, you can increase the infusion time again to bring out the full flavour. Sollte der Tee dennoch stärker als gewünscht geraten, kann mit der Zugabe von etwas mehr Wasser die Geschmacksintensität leicht angepasst werden.   The tea is also suitable for cold brews. For this, steep the tea with cold water for at least 5 minutes. The sweet theanine notes come into their own particularly well, as the bitter substances do not dissolve as strongly in cold water. <h3>Storage</h3> To best preserve the valuable flavours and ingredients of the tea, please seal the bag tightly and store in a cool, dark place in the fridge or freezer.

Sae Tezumi is made from the award winning cultivar Sae Midori using only the best leaves carefully selected and picked by hand. The result is a wonderfully clear, lively tea with a fresh sweetness, a light green cup and a slight aroma of fresh pine needles in spring. The harvest by hand also entails a smaller harvest amount - so get your share now, stocks are limited! Kabusecha is a green tea for which the tea plants are shaded, thus forming a high content of chlorophyll and other active ingredients and at the same time little bitter substances. Their characteristic "shade aroma" is called "ooika". <h3>Preparation</h3> For the hot infusion of Sae Tezumi , we recommend an infusion temperature of 65°C and a brewing time of 70 seconds for the first infusion. For the second infusion, a shorter infusion time of about 30 seconds is sufficient, you can then let the last infusion steep a little longer again (70 sec) to bring out the full flavor. The Sae Tezumi is a normal steamed tea (Chumushi) and also suitable for cold infusions (Mizudashi). Infusing this tea with cold water will take a little longer than for Fukamushi tea but creates a slightly sweet, light taste and a light green colour. Simply steep the tea leaves for about 7-10 minutes. Since the bitter substances do not dissolve as strongly in cold water, the sweet aromas of the Kabusecha are especially noticeable. In order to preserve the precious flavours and ingredients of the tea as best as possible, we recommend to seal the bag well and store it in a cool and dark place in the refrigerator or freezer.