Kanro’s name means “sweet dew.” This Gyokuro tea has a plentiful, rich character that lingers until the last drop. Unlike Sencha, Gyokuro is shade-grown and harvested only once a year in spring. This shading process maximizes the tea’s natural antioxidant and anti-irritant properties, producing a concentrated flavor reminiscent of freshly squeezed tea leaves. With its plentiful umami and long finish, Kanro is perfect for slow sipping in small servings and makes an excellent introduction to Ippodo’s Gyokuro.
WHY IT'S SPECIAL
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Shade-grown once a year in spring for maximum concentration of flavor and nutrients
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Rich umami and long finish ideal for small, slow sips
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A perfect first taste of Ippodo Gyokuro for those new to this prized style
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Crafted with centuries of Japanese tea expertise
DETAILS
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Type: Loose leaf Gyokuro green tea
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Origin: Japan
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Weight: 80 g
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Established: Ippodo Tea, Kyoto, 1717
DIRECTIONS
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Measure 2 tbsp. (10 g / 0.35 oz) of tea leaves and add to a teapot.
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Add 80 mL (3 oz) of hot water at 60°C (140°F).
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Brew for 90 seconds without stirring or disturbing the leaves.
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Serve and enjoy in your favorite teacup or mug.
THE BRAND
Located in the heart of Kyoto, Ippodo Tea Co. has been providing the highest quality Japanese green tea for over three centuries. More than just a retailer, Ippodo carefully selects, blends, and crafts its teas. Grown in the mountains of Kyoto and surrounding regions, their teas benefit from the area’s misty climate, mineral-rich soil, and perfect balance of sunshine and rainfall—conditions that yield some of the finest green tea in Japan.
