OG Oolong Tea GOKOU is a single origin Oolong tea renowned for its intense umami flavor, similar to matcha. Gokou cultivar offers a refreshing astringency with a well-balanced, not overly bitter taste. This award-winning product is made in Japan with Japanese material from the Tenryu, Haruno region of Shizuoka. Perfect for daily enjoyment or special occasions! Instruction For 1 serving(1) Amount of tea leaves: 1 tsp (4g) (0.14oz)(2) Add 200ml (6.76oz) hot water 95℃ (203℉)(3) Steeping time: 150 seconds (2min 30sec) Characteristics Gokou cultivar is renowned for its intense umami flavor, similar to matcha. Its aroma is captivating, transporting you to the tea farm as soon as you open the package. Its tea result in a yellowish hue, cool and refreshing in its scent. If you seek an even more pronounced flavor and aroma, use a slightly longer extraction time, though it can be challenging with American water, which tends to need a hotter temperature. Special Notes Green Oolong tea is distinctive from more readily available Oolongs, boasting a classic Oolong astringency and the particular coolness of the Gokou cultivar. This product is composed of single origin Oolong tea.Oolong tea is known for its astringency, and Gokou cultivar offers a refreshing astringency that is well-balanced and not overly bitter. Final Roasting Master SAKUYA's Comments The delectable aroma is conjured up with a meticulous roasting process. Oolong Tea making process 1. Harvesting: Careful selection of young and tender tea leaves from the plant. 2. Withering: Dehydrating for increased flexibility. 3. Tossing/Shaking: Gently crushing to begin oxidation. 4. Oxidation: Air exposure brings out flavor characteristics. 5. Fixation: Heating to halt oxidation and save flavor. 6. Rolling: Compressing to optimize aromas and juices. 7. Drying: Removal of moisture to solidify flavor. Ingredients: OG Green TeaAward winning: Gold Prize in Shizuoka Tea AwardCultivar: GOKOUHarvest: Spring, FallFarm: Tenryu, HarunoRegion: Shizuoka, JapanExpect Annual Production: 20kg / 44 lbsManufacturer: OSADA Seicha Co., Ltd.GTIN (JAN): 4986426081372Steaming: MediumRoasting Level: 4Caffeine Level: MediumOrigin: Made in Japan with Japanese MaterialSpecial Note: Izawa FarmProduct Dimensions: 6.69 x 4.72 x 0.59 inches; 1.0 OuncesKeeping Method: Best within 30 days after openingServing: 2-3 times with the same tea leaves(Recommend a higher temperature than the first brewing.)
