FKRO Organic Gyokuro Japanese shade-grown green tea 100g — 21-day shaded, umami-rich loose leaf

FKRO Organic Gyokuro is a rare, hand-picked Japanese shade-grown green tea, shaded 21 days and vacuum-sealed fresh from Japan in a 100g pouch.

Harvested from the Saemidori cultivar on the award-winning Miyashita tea farm in Kagoshima and steamed by a fourth-generation tea master, this limited-reserve Gyokuro is USDA organic and produced in tiny quantities (about 100 kg annually). It arrives freshly flown monthly and vacuum-sealed to preserve its concentrated umami, silky texture, and bright finish for discerning tea lovers.

What makes FKRO Gyokuro different from other green teas?

This Gyokuro is shaded for 21 days to increase L-theanine and reduce bitterness, producing a creamy, savory cup that’s low in astringency. Only 0.05% of Japan’s tea output reaches this caliber, and FKRO’s batch is hand-picked and limited, ensuring exceptional leaf quality and traceability.

• 21-day shading intensifies umami and sweetness
• Saemidori cultivar known for rich flavor clarity
• Hand-harvested at Miyashita farm, Kagoshima
• Small annual yield — limited reserve supply

How should I brew this Gyokuro to highlight its flavor?

Brew Gyokuro gently with low temperature and short steep times to coax out its silky umami without bitterness. Use soft water and a ratio that favors more leaf per water volume than usual for green tea to experience its concentrated broth-like character.

• Water temperature: 50–60°C (122–140°F)
• Leaf-to-water ratio: about 5–6 g per 100 ml for traditional strength
• First steep: 1–2 minutes, subsequent steeps shorter
• Use glass or porcelain to appreciate color and aroma

What tasting notes should I expect from FKRO Gyokuro?

The cup opens with silky, earthy tones reminiscent of taro and fresh green vegetables, then develops a creamy, savory mid-palate. The finish brightens into a gentle, sweet limoncello-like note—balanced and lingering without harshness.

• Top notes: tender steamed greens and vegetal clarity
• Mid-palate: umami-rich, creamy texture
• Finish: bright, sweet citrus-like lift
• Overall: smooth, low astringency, long finish

How is freshness guaranteed and what packaging does it come in?

FKRO ships this Gyokuro in small monthly batches that are vacuum-sealed immediately after packing to lock in aroma and flavor. The 100g pouch is lightweight and travel-friendly while protecting leaves from oxygen and moisture during transit.

• Monthly small-batch production for peak freshness
• Vacuum-sealed 100g pouch minimizes oxidation
• Flown from Japan regularly for freshness retention
• Traceable: grown and steamed by a named tea master

Who is this for: FKRO Organic Gyokuro suits tea connoisseurs and curious beginners who value traceable, artisanal Japanese tea with pronounced umami and a smooth mouthfeel. If you seek a limited-production, certified-organic Gyokuro for mindful daily cups, special-tea rituals, or tasting sessions, this hand-picked Kagoshima harvest delivers a concentrated, elegant experience.

Ingredients

Organic Green Tea