Not sure which to pick
Water that is too hot turns a good sencha bitter. Our brewing guide lists the temperature, time and amount for every tea we sell.
Gyokuro is shaded for weeks before harvest, which builds up sweetness and thick umami and keeps astringency low. Brew it cool and slow and drink it in small cups. Closer to a broth than to what most people expect from tea, and worth the attention it asks for.
Water that is too hot turns a good sencha bitter. Our brewing guide lists the temperature, time and amount for every tea we sell.