Reviews Posted by Jeffrey Watts

Products Rating Read Date Added
D: HANNYA SHINKYOH Kyusu (Teapot: 370ml)   Out of Stock
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3424 07/27/2017
This is my 2nd kysu, I wanted a 2nd one for when I have guests. The writing provides a character to the kysu that I think is often missing from other teapots. My deepest gratitude to Hibiki-an and the artisan who crafted this simply wondrous piece.
D: Tea Mug Infuser   Out of Stock
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2240 07/27/2017
I drink so much tea that I need more than one infuser. These fine mesh infusers are sturdy and practical. I use a fine mesh infuser in all of my tea pots even those with their own. No more needing to make certain that my teapots are free of old tea leaves and that the c...(more)
[Limited] HANA KESSHO Yunomi AOZUMI -pair (handcrafted)   Out of Stock
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1820 07/27/2017
I consume a lot of good quality green tea and I didn't have any special tea cups to appreciate it with. These deep indigo cups have a soft cool feel but also feel solid in the hand. They express the concept of Wabi-Sabi beautifully. I fully plan on using and appreciatin...(more)
House Matcha Large Bag (240g / 8.47oz)
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5808 02/21/2016
The Matcha I have gotten here in the US is often a low grade one which turns most people away drinking it. Although this is the house blend, it is far superior to anything I have had before. The flavor is fresh, rich, vegetal and very smooth. There is an extremely light...(more)
OHIGASHI (handmade confectionary)
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8264 02/21/2016
Never before have I had such an incredible experience with a confectionery. I am used to the American overly sweet things which are hardly satisfying to the palate. Ohigashi is something to be savored and enjoyed with Matcha or any high quality green tea. The sweet is s...(more)
Yuzamashi (Water Cooler: 300ml)
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6117 12/26/2012
I purchased the Yuzamashi along with the Kyusu over a year ago. AFter doing my research and weighing my options, I chose to purchase them both so that I could get a "perfect" cup of tea. The process of putting the boiling water into the Yuzamashi does help b...(more)