Meet the Tea: Gyokuro
Gyokuro is a shade-grown green tea from Japan. Here's everything you need to know about 'jade dew', including the best way to brew and where to find it.
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Masters by Adagio Teas – Class of 2021
The class of 2021 from Masters by Adagio Teas is here! In this post, I'm reviewing 4 delicious Chinese teas (1 white and 3 green) from their collection.
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A Japanese Tea Tasting with Sayama Green Tea School
In this post, I'm reviewing 4 different teas from Sayama Green Tea School. They offer tea farm visits in Sayama in addition to selling teas from that region.
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The Green Tea Shop Kabusecha – Gokou
Kabusecha - Gokou from The Green Tea Shop was surprisingly fruity with notes of grapes and cherry candy. I'm so glad that I got to give this cultivar a try!
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Diving into Sri Lankan Specialty Teas with Kaley Tea
In this post, I'll be reviewing 3 offerings from Kaley Tea in southern Sri Lanka. Enchanting White Tea was a favorite for its unique flavor and appearance.
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Koto Tea Organic Matcha – Imperial Grade
Koto Tea Organic Matcha - Imperial Grade was milky and bittersweet with umami in spades. I really enjoyed this matcha and would definitely purchase it again.
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Teavivre Organic Nonpareil Ming Qian Dragon Well Long Jing Green Tea 2021
Teavivre Nonpareil Dragon Well was delicate and slightly floral. It fell a bit short for me but keep in mind that tea cannot taste the same every year.
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The Tea Spot 88th Night
88th Night from The Tea Spot was incredibly sweet with notes of cherry blossom and vanilla. It would make a great starter shincha since it isn't super finicky.
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Matcha Green Tea Face Mask
This matcha green tea face mask requires just three ingredients and is simple to make. I love the way it smells and how it makes my skin feel.
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Naoki Matcha Ujitawara Special Blend
Ujitawara Special Blend from Naoki Matcha was creamy and sweet with a nice amount of umami. I would recommend it to both beginners and matcha fanatics alike.
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