Reviews Posted by Rob
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[Limited] Shincha Gyokuro (80g/2.82oz)
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of 5 Stars!
Date Added: 06/09/2023 Read: 1022
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[Limited] Shincha Traditional (80g/2.82oz)
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of 5 Stars!
Date Added: 06/03/2023 Read: 862
The leaves exhibit a subtly fresh aroma with a hint of something more special than your average sencha. That hint carries into the brew itself - I can't quite describe what it is, just that it perks my taste buds and that I enjoy it. A great tea to get an idea of what U...(more)
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[Limited] Shincha Fukamushi (80g/2.82oz)
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of 5 Stars!
Date Added: 05/30/2023 Read: 1023
As I drink this I'm reminded as to why I can remember Fukumushi teas being my first favorite type of Japanese green tea. The smooth, rich flavor makes you feel like you're drinking a sencha/matcha blend. Highly recommend this to existing fans of Fukumushi teas, but also...(more)
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[Limited] Farmers' Shincha (160g/5.64oz)
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of 5 Stars!
Date Added: 05/26/2023 Read: 1289
The aroma upon opening the bag is intoxicating... such a deep, luscious and vegetal scent that transports you to the fields of Ujitawara with the Farmers who harvested this tea. Following the standard infusion suggestion produces a lovely cup of tea with an earthy astri...(more)
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As the product description says, this has a very mellow flavor compared to a regular Gyokuro that is shaded longer & allowed to age. It's fairly similar to Hibki-an's Sencha Shincha offerings but with a smoother, lighter finish. Try brewing it multiple ways to exper...(more)