{"product_id":"premium-gyokuro-houou","title":"Premium Gyokuro Houou","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep Umami · Sweet · Rich \u0026amp; Silken\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA luxurious gyokuro with deep, concentrated umami, pronounced sweetness and a smooth, almost broth-like texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e鳳凰 (Houou)\u003cspan\u003e is one of Ryuouen’s distinguished gyokuro, prized for its vivid green colour, rich flavour and characteristic \u003c\/span\u003e覆い香 (ooika), the distinctive fragrance that develops when tea plants are shaded before harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e鳳凰 “Houou”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eHouou refers to the phoenix, a mythical bird traditionally associated with nobility, beauty and auspiciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike a classic gyokuro, best brewed slowly with cooler water. This allows its concentrated umami and sweetness to emerge while keeping bitterness and astringency restrained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWhen brewed carefully, the tea has a rich, almost dashi-like umami and a smooth, lingering mouthfeel. A Japanese review describes its characteristic shaded-tea fragrance alongside a deep umami and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tea can also be infused several times, with each infusion revealing a different aspect of its character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGyokuro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5g tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–60ml water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–60°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90–120 seconds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a small teapot and allow the leaves time to slowly release their concentrated flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour completely between cups so that the final drops, where much of the tea's richness remains are not left behind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond infusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse slightly hotter water and a shorter steeping time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue for a third infusion, adjusting temperature and time to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep Umami · Sweet · Brothy · Silken · Long Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmami   ◉◉◉◉◉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweetness ◉◉◉◉◉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBitterness ◉○○○○\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAstringency ◉○○○○\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma   ◉◉◉◉◉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWeight: 70g\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: \u003cspan\u003eUji, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich umami and sweetness of Houou make it particularly beautiful alongside delicate wagashi and savoury Japanese dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the fullest experience, we recommend first enjoying it on its own, allowing its deep umami, shaded-tea aroma and lingering sweetness to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in an airtight container away from heat, light, moisture and strong aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause gyokuro is particularly delicate, refrigeration can help preserve its freshness. Allow the tea to return to room temperature before opening to minimise condensation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the best flavour and aroma, enjoy soon after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RYUOUEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44521842770019,"sku":null,"price":101.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/6150\/9219\/files\/IMG_6694.heic?v=1787904764","url":"https:\/\/simplynativejapan.com.au\/products\/premium-gyokuro-houou","provider":"Simply Native","version":"1.0","type":"link"}