Description
Preparation
Gyokuro is brewed in a small preheated pot and enjoyed in small teacups. Gyokuro should preferably be brewed with high-quality lime-free or filtered water. A pitcher with a built-in lime filter may be enough to provide softer water.
Use 8-10 grams of tea for 200-220 ml of water. Water temperature: 55-60 degrees. First brew: 90 seconds. Second brew: 5-10 seconds. Third brew: approx. 90 seconds.
A small pot may refer to a Japanese kyusu teapot with an internal strainer. The advantage of the small pot is that you brew 2 cups at a time and then add more tempered water when you're ready for the next cup. This allows you to utilise the potential of the leaves by brewing several times, and you get the experience of a fresh cup of tea.
After brewing the tea, the leaves can be lightly drained, then arranged on a small plate and eaten, preferably with chopsticks. Add a drop of soya if desired.
Store in a dry and cool place.