GABA Gyokuro KUKI
GABA Gyokuro KUKI
Kanoa Tea
Kanoa's GABA Gyokuro KUKI is a premium Gyokuro offering a smooth, umami-rich flavour with a natural sweetness, providing a delicate balance of savoury and sweet notes. It also has subtle grassy and nutty undertones, making it light and refreshing in taste.
Contents: 50 g (loose tea leaves)
Cultivar: Mixed
Cultivation: From sustainable and environmentally friendly cultivation
Origin: Shizuoka, Japan (Single Origin)
Brewing Instructions:
・ Tea leaves: 4g
・ Water temperature: 50-60°C (122°F)
・ Water amount: 100-150ml
・ Steeping time: 3 minutes
Refills: The tea can be re-steeped one to two times. With each subsequent infusion, the water can be about 10 °C hotter, while the steeping time becomes slightly shorter. This allows new layers of aroma to unfold, letting you experience how the flavour of the tea evolves with every infusion.
This distinctive Japanese tea is celebrated for its rich umami, delicate aroma and well-balanced character, offering a refined tea experience in every cup.
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A Refreshing Escape with Every Sip
GABA Gyokuro KUKI
Kanoa's GABA** Gyokuro KUKI is a premium Gyokuro* offering a smooth, umami-rich flavour with a natural sweetness, providing a delicate balance of savoury and sweet notes. It also has subtle grassy and nutty undertones, making it light and refreshing in taste.
* One of Japan’s most highly regarded tea cultivars, carefully grown under shade to develop its characteristic rich umami flavour and refined sweetness.
** GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) tea is produced using a specialised processing method that creates its distinctive flavour profile, appreciated by tea enthusiasts around the world.
A Harmonious Blend of Relaxation and Refined Flavour
Our GABA Gyokuro KUKI offers a well-balanced flavour profile with delicate umami, a clean, refreshing finish and subtle vegetal sweetness, complemented by a soft, grassy aroma.
Carefully crafted using premium Gyokuro stems, it is an excellent choice for everyday enjoyment or for pairing with gourmet selections such as afternoon tea sandwiches, scones and pâtisserie.
For the best results, brew 4 g of tea with 100–150 ml of water at 60 °C for around 3 minutes to allow its refined flavours and elegant aroma to fully unfold.
3 KEY FEATURES OF KUKI
Umami-Rich Flavor
Our GABA Kuki Gyokuro has a rich flavor, which is achieved by shading the tea plants for about three weeks before harvest.
Neutral Taste for Everyone
Our KUKI is neutral and appealing even to those who do not appreciate the typical taste of green tea. This makes the tea versatile and enjoyable.
Distinctive GABA Tea Craftsmanship
GABA Gyokuro KUKI is carefully produced using a specialised processing method associated with the Japanese GABA tea tradition. This craftsmanship creates its distinctive flavour profile, combining delicate umami, subtle sweetness and a clean, refreshing finish.
The Gyokuro Brewing Process
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First Infusion (50-60°C)
The tea’s sweetness and deep umami come to life, creating a smooth and luxurious first sip. Steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Second Infusion (65-70°C)
The flavours deepen, introducing gentle vegetal notes with subtle savouriness. Steep for 1 minute.
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Third Infusion (75-80°C)
The final steep reveals a richer, slightly astringent character, finishing with a lasting, satisfying aftertaste. Steep for 30 seconds.
How to Store Japanese Tea
Unopened Tea: Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and moisture, or wrap and freeze in an airtight bag for long-term storage, allowing it to return to room temperature before opening.
Opened Tea: Transfer to an airtight tea caddy or container, store in a cool, dark cupboard, and keep away from strong-smelling items to maintain its freshness and aroma.