Luxury Yame Gyokuro Matcha Green Tea Powder

Yamecha Yame tea is a rare and highly esteemed brand of Japanese green tea, accounting for only about 3% of the total Japanese tea production. Produced in Fukuoka Prefecture, Yame Tea is known for its sweet, rich flavor with a strong umami taste, and is also renowned as a production area for Gyokuro, with Yame Traditional Hon Gyokuro being the most famous.

Yame matcha is a type of matcha that is divided into various grades depending on the quality of the tea leaves used, cultivation methods, and processing methods. Ceremonial grade matcha is the highest quality, made from the youngest and softest tea leaves harvested from the first (spring) new tea of the year, and is stone-ground to maintain a fine texture and vivid color. Premium grade matcha is also made from young tea leaves but is machine-ground, while culinary grade matcha is harvested from first (spring) and second (summer) green tea leaves.

Mukoh Matcha is a confectionery grade matcha green tea powder that is suitable for drinking, cooking, baking, and smoothies. It is not the lowest quality but rather a high-quality option. Dreaming Matcha is available in various grades, including Ceremonial, Premium, and Superior Ceremonial, as well as specialty varieties like Gyokuro and Yame Traditional Authentic Gyokuro.

In addition to matcha, Yamecha Yame also offers other Yame-grown tea products, such as Dreaming Ryokucha (green tea), Dreaming Houjicha (roasted tea), and Dreaming Strawberry (strawberry powder). These products are available in various forms, including loose leaves, tea bags, and powders.

The unique characteristics of Yame Gyokuro, which is cultivated under cover for an extended period, contribute to its rich, umami-filled flavor. The extended covered cultivation process increases the production of theanine, the primary amino acid responsible for the tea's smooth, sweet taste, while minimizing the development of catechins that can cause bitterness and astringency.

To fully enjoy the delicate flavors of Yame Gyokuro, it is recommended to brew it at a relatively low temperature, around 40°C, to extract the umami components while limiting the extraction of bitter and astringent compounds. Yame Gyokuro Powder is a convenient way to incorporate this premium tea into a variety of dishes and sweets, such as Gyokuro Manju and Gyokuro Yokan.

Overall, Yamecha Yame tea is a renowned and sought-after brand that represents the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of Japanese green tea, with Yame Gyokuro being a standout offering known for its refined, umami-forward taste and aroma.

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