Steep time
1–3 min
Recommended
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
80°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Named after its "Deep Green" leaf color, Okumidori contains a high level of amino acids contributing to its umami rich flavor, featuring notes of seaweed and spinach. This single cultivar is often grown for matcha and gyokuro. BREWING INSTRUCTIONS SCOOP | 3 gm or 1 heaping tsp per 8oz waterPOUR | 160° water over leavesSTEEP | 1.5 min Steeping instructions are a starting point for how to make this tea. We encourage you to play around with the tea quantity or steeping time to customize the brew for your taste.