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Gyokuro Green Tea
Fancy a cup of tea? Then make it Gyokuro, one of the most precious varietals of green tea on the planet. Yes, on the planet. Gyokuro is harvested in such a unique way that its natural antioxidant and anti-irritant properties are maximized to their full potential. The result is a rich and savory healthy tea abundant in the amino acid Umami, which supports inner vitality when drinking it. What’s more, Umami helps soothe, calm, and fight off oxidative damage when infused with a cocktail of brightening skincare ingredients. Fun fact: Samurai would drink Gyokuro tea before battle because of its nerve-calming ingredient, theanine, and invigorating jolt of caffeine. It's a centuries-old beauty elixir whose calming powers have been optimized in modern times.
The art of the harvest.
The benefits of green tea, Gyokuro.
The Ritual: One tea, three brews.
Tip: After brewing, mix the green tea leaves in a bowl of steamed rice. Add a little soy sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds for a savory taste of Japanese soul food.
Ingredient Photos: Darrin Haddad | Photos: Mark Holladay Lee | Words: Hilary Presley