Gyokuro Ippoen from Ippodo 50g

Gyokuro Ippoen (50g Bag)

Flavor Profile

Gyokuro Ippoen offers a calming flavor reminiscent of taking a deep breath in a forest of evergreens. Its serene, grounded aroma and gentle umami make it an ideal tea for quiet moments of mindfulness and reflection. The experience is both refreshing and deeply soothing, like nature captured in a cup.

When to Enjoy It?

Perfect for times when you want to settle your mind—during meditation, after a long day, or when you simply need a peaceful pause.

Best Pairings

Pairs beautifully with dried cherries, whose subtle sweetness complements the tea’s earthy, clean profile.

How Ippodo Staff Enjoy It

Prepare with body-temperature water, and take your time—enjoying multiple infusions throughout the day. Gyokuro Ippoen is the kind of tea that rewards patience, revealing new depths with every cup. Once the flavor gently fades, finish with a hot infusion for a clear, refreshing finale.

Gyokuro Ippoen is a tea that invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect—with yourself and the present moment.

About Ippodo

Ippodo is a renowned brand that primarily deals with tea leaves grown in the mountainous regions of Kyoto, Nara, and Shiga Prefectures. The high altitudes result in significant temperature variations throughout the day, which help create tea leaves with a rich aroma and gentle umami flavor.

The charm of Ippodo lies in their expert selection of tea leaves and their skillful blending techniques.

Established over 300 years ago, Ippodo Tea Co. is a specialty Japanese tea store based in Kyoto. Ippodo offers a selection of about 30 different teas, including matcha, gyokuro, sencha, and bancha—each made from carefully selected, high-quality tea leaves to bring out their unique flavors and aromas.