Mr. Maeshima is one of the last living producers of Gyokuro. With the inexorable boom of matcha, almost all those making vaguely shaded tea have converted to tencha for green tea powder, endangering heritage styles that are not so easy to make. Asahina is one of three remaining regions where classic gyokuro can be found. The region's hilly climate, clean forest air and mountain springs make it an ideal site for shade grown tea.

Origin: Shizuoka, Japan
Process: Green
Notes: Umami, Spinach, Brothy

Brewing instructions are included on the tin.