{"product_id":"gyokuro-japanese-green-tea-loose-leaf","title":"Gyokuro Japanese Green Tea - Loose Leaf","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-boutique\" style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.7; color: #111; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n    Savor the absolute pinnacle of Japanese tea craftsmanship: our premium \u003cstrong\u003eGyokuro Japanese Green Tea Loose Leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditionally revered as \"Precious Dew.\" Celebrated by connoisseurs as history, philosophy, and art captured in a single cup, this ultra-luxury green tea offers a remarkably full, profound flavor profile defined by a rich, savory umami depth and a satisfying, light, and refreshing character. Poured at the correct temperature, it reveals a glowing, pale emerald liquor. The palate experiences an incomparably smooth, velvety texture completely free of bitterness, unfolding complex layers of natural sweetness and deep vegetative aromatics that linger beautifully on the finish.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; color: #2c4d37; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe Tana Cultivation Protocol: Chlorophyll Concentration \u0026amp; Steam Mastery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; color: #444; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n    The extraordinary, sweet flavor chemistry of Gyokuro is achieved through a rigorous, highly labor-intensive agricultural protocol. Crafted exclusively from tender, single spring buds harvested strictly during the peak vernal window of April and May, the living tea bushes are covered with heavy black curtains, straw, or bamboo shades for exactly three weeks prior to plucking. This precise deprivation of sunlight dramatically limits photosynthesis, forcing the plant to synthesize massive concentrations of **chlorophyll** (yielding its signature dark green hue) while suppressing the conversion of sweet amino acids into astringent tannins. \n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; color: #444; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n    Immediately following harvest, these highly fragrant, 3\/4-inch leaves are brought to the factory floor and subjected to an intensive, 30-minute flash-steaming process to flash-seal the volatile essential oils and arrest oxidation completely. The tender leaves are subsequently fluffed with hot air, pressed, and carefully dried down to a 30% moisture threshold. A sequence of repeated, precision rolling maneuvers then shapes the leaf into long, brilliant, dark green pine needles, culminating in a final slow-bake to achieve a perfect 4–6% stable moisture profile for unparalleled freshness in your cup.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"product-specs-container\" style=\"margin: 35px 0; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #fafafa; border-bottom: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 15px 20px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; color: #111;\"\u003eProduct Characteristics \u0026amp; Attributes\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #555; width: 35%;\"\u003eCup Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; color: #222;\"\u003eExceedingly smooth, full-flavored, and bright; dominated by deep umami characteristics, zero bitterness, a natural vegetative sweetness, and a clean, refreshing finish.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #555;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; color: #222;\"\u003e100% Japanese Gyokuro Green Tea (L. Camellia Sinensis)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #555;\"\u003eLeaf Geometry\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; color: #222;\"\u003eArtisanal, long, thin dark-green needles (approx. 3\/4-inch length)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #555;\"\u003eAntioxidant Density\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; color: #222; font-weight: 600; color: #2c4d37;\"\u003eExceptionally High \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; color: #666; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e(Rich in natural shaded catechins and amino acids)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #555;\"\u003eCaffeine Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; color: #222;\"\u003eMedium-Low\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #555;\"\u003eDietary Designations\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 20px; color: #222;\"\u003eFormulated Free of Gluten, Wheat, Nuts, Crustacea, Eggs, Dairy, Sulfites, and Soy Lecithin. 100% Vegan.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"packaging-nudge\" style=\"background: #fafafa; padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; color: #2c4d37; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eTraditional Service \u0026amp; Etiquette\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; color: #444; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      To maximize the unparalleled sensory profile of this shaded masterpiece, Gyokuro is traditionally steeped at significantly cooler water temperatures (approx. 120°F to 140°F \/ 50°C to 60°C) to prevent thermal scorching. For an authentic experience, we recommend extracting these delicate needles in a traditional Japanese \u003cem\u003eKyusu\u003c\/em\u003e (side-handled teapot) and pouring in slow increments into small, handle-less porcelain cups.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"brewing-nudge\" style=\"background: #fafafa; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #333; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Because Gyokuro leaves demand strict temperature calibration to isolate their legendary umami flavor and protect delicate amino acids, review our preparation protocols: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-make-tea\" style=\"color: #967102; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow to Make Tea\u003c\/a\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"English Tea Store","offers":[{"title":"1oz Sampler Pack","offer_id":50034090836246,"sku":"TOLSLP1_GRNGKJ","price":9.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4oz","offer_id":49796148101398,"sku":"TOLSLL_GRNGKJ-4OZ","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16oz","offer_id":49798981157142,"sku":"TOLSLL_GRNGKJ-16OZ","price":98.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/1165\/6726\/files\/oiut1vaozpwxi5tvy7hy.jpg?v=1741151218","url":"https:\/\/www.englishteastore.pro\/products\/gyokuro-japanese-green-tea-loose-leaf","provider":"English Tea Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}