{"title":"SENCHA + GYOKURO","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eThis is where Japanese green teas sit outside of matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eSencha, genmaicha and gyokuro each take a different path, from clean everyday drinking to deeper, shaded teas with more weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eSome are direct and refreshing. Others are softer, more layered.\u003cbr data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eAll chosen for daily use, not saved for occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"marukyu-koyamaen-genmaicha-miyako-no-yuki","title":"Genmaicha - Miyako no Yuki 100g","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eMarukyu Koyamaen’s Miyako no Yuki Genmaicha is a traditional blend of steamed sencha and roasted brown rice from Kyoto, Japan. The sencha brings freshness, light vegetal sweetness and gentle umami, while the roasted rice adds warmth, depth and a comforting toasted aroma reminiscent of roasted barley and puffed grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eBalanced and easy drinking, Miyako no Yuki has a smooth savoury profile with very low bitterness, making it well suited for everyday drinking across meals and throughout the day. The combination of green tea freshness and roasted grain character creates a tea that is both refreshing and satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eOften enjoyed alongside richer dishes, grilled foods and Japanese home cooking, genmaicha is valued for its palate cleansing quality and soft, warming finish. Served hot, it is comforting and rounded. Served cold, it becomes clean, nutty and highly refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eWeight | 100g\u003cbr data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eOrigin | Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marukyu Koyamaen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45305487491302,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Marukyu_Koyamaen_Genmaicha_Miyako_no_Yuki_832235c6-02b1-40ea-8b3b-d77901c8cd2b.jpg?v=1733982294"},{"product_id":"marukyu-koyamaen-gyukuro-tea-shiun-40g","title":"Gyokuro - Shiun 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGyokuro Shiun by Marukyu Koyamaen with its vivid green leaves imparts a caramelised sweet corn scent with light umami and bright herbaceous notes. As the leaves brew, these delicate flavours shine. With no bitterness or astringency, Shiun is creamy, refreshing and naturally sweet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGyokuro tea (玉 露 or Jade Dew) i\u003c\/span\u003es the highest quality form of green tea that's cultivated in the same process as Tencha (used for matchas) and presented as rolled leaves. This tea is prized for its sweet and rich umami flavours and appreciated by tea connoiseurs for it rarity due to its labour intensive production method. Gyokuro can be brewed multiple times with the 2nd and 3rd infusions to draw out its deeper umami flavours as the savoury notes develop. Shiun is a light bodied, mid tiered gyokuro for those seeking a refreshing post meal tea with a clean finish. Pairing with meals, this is a lovely palate cleanser for heavier dishes or an accompaniment to lighter vegetable or fish dishes.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight | 40g \u003cbr\u003eOrigin | Kyoto prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marukyu Koyamaen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45537793507558,"sku":null,"price":41.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Marukyu_Koyamaen_Gyokuro_Shiun_6f961d3c-c34d-4442-9aab-46d5e3b524fe.jpg?v=1733372299"},{"product_id":"markukyu-koyamaen-gyukuro-joshu-40g","title":"Gyokuro - Joshu 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGyokuro Joshu by Marukyu Koyamaen is a high grade gyokuro with deep, jewel green leaves. The aroma is deep and intense with the sweet floral scent of jasmine. The first brew is savoury with deep vegetal and umami flavours. The mouthfeel is luxurious and smooth. Joshu is am elegant medium bodied gyokuro with more depth and complexity. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGyokuro tea (玉 露 or Jade Dew) is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eis the highest quality form of green tea that's cultivated in the same process as Tencha (used for matchas) and presented as rolled leaves. This tea is prized for its sweet and rich umami flavours and appreciated by tea connoiseurs for it rarity due to its labour intensive production method. Gyokuro can be brewed multiple times with the 2nd and 3rd infusions to draw out its deeper umami flavours as the savoury notes develop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Joshu has a similar profile to the full-bodied matchas in the ceremonial line. Enjoy Joshu in the mornings or as an afternoon tea with desserts that enhances its floral scent and creamy taste like shortbread biscuits, scones and tarts. As a savoury application, the umami and sweetness of gyokuro can be used for ochazuke (poured tea over rice)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight | 40g \u003cbr\u003eOrigin | Kyoto prefecture, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marukyu Koyamaen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45537807499494,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Marukyu_Koyamaen_Gyokuro_Joshu_4d88d95d-e135-4884-8828-dafc55bdc831.jpg?v=1733372295"},{"product_id":"ippodo-tea-gyokuro-rimpo-180g-tin","title":"Gyokuro Tea - Rimpo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"04d66938-6b4d-4edc-bf65-cc3e97329f9e\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"04d66938-6b4d-4edc-bf65-cc3e97329f9e\" data-turn-id-container=\"04d66938-6b4d-4edc-bf65-cc3e97329f9e\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-9\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:e01cdaf5-98b3-4c4a-8a8e-95f87088e1af-9\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:e01cdaf5-98b3-4c4a-8a8e-95f87088e1af-9\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:e01cdaf5-98b3-4c4a-8a8e-95f87088e1af-9\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a7162c27-b983-4f8c-be67-2c5a449c1c81\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"181\"\u003eRimpo from Ippodo Tea is a full bodied gyokuro for the tea connoisseur. Rich, vegetal and deeply savoury, it carries the concentrated umami and sweetness that gyokuro is prized for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eGyokuro (玉露 or Jade Dew) is one of Japan’s highest grades of green tea, cultivated under shade before harvest to intensify sweetness, body and depth. Produced as rolled leaves rather than powdered tea, it is appreciated for its layered flavour and labour intensive production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eRimpo opens smooth and creamy with pronounced umami and savoury vegetal notes, before finishing clean, bright and refreshing. The second and third infusions reveal further depth, softness and savoury complexity as the tea develops across multiple brews. A silky and deeply satisfying gyokuro with a velvety mouthfeel and lingering richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eAn excellent tea to accompany richer savoury dishes, or to savour slowly after a meal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(231, 127, 106);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBEST BEFORE: 21 FEB 2026 - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Best before dates on tea are a guideline. When stored correctly kept airtight and refrigerated or frozen the tea maintains its quality well beyond this window. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/easternhillgs.com\/pages\/pantry-notes\" title=\"Best Before Guidelines for Food\"\u003eRead about NSW Best Before Guidelines here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight | 180g \u003cbr\u003eOrigin | Kyoto prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ippodo Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45576025964774,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Ippodo_Tea_Gyokuro_Rimpo.jpg?v=1734656534"},{"product_id":"ippodo-tea-gyokuro-mantoku","title":"Gyokuro Tea - Mantoku","description":"\u003cp\u003eMantoku from Ippodo Tea is a light bodied, refreshing gyokuro and a good introduction to Ippodo's Gyokuro line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGyokuro tea (玉 露 or Jade Dew) is the highest quality form of green tea that's cultivated in the same process as Tencha (used for matchas) and presented as rolled leaves. This tea is prized for its sweet and rich umami flavours and appreciated by tea connoiseurs for it rarity due to its labour intensive production method. Gyokuro can be brewed multiple times with the 2nd and 3rd infusions to draw out its deeper umami flavours as the savoury notes develop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Mantoku has a smooth and creamy mouth feel and light levels of umami. The vegetal notes are soft with a natural sweetness. With it's delicate fragrance,  this refreshing blend is ideal for morning starts and brilliant served cold for those hot summer days. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight | 150g \u003cbr\u003eOrigin | Kyoto prefecture, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eBEST BEFORE: 17 FEB 2026 - \u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" title=\"Best Before Guidelines for Food\" href=\"https:\/\/easternhillgs.com\/pages\/gourmet-food\"\u003eRead about NSW Best Before Guidelines here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ippodo Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45576026849510,"sku":"","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Ippodo_Tea_Gyokuro_Mantoku.jpg?v=1734656529"},{"product_id":"ippodo-tea-sencha-hosen","title":"Sencha - Hosen","description":"\u003cp\u003eHosen is the introductory Sencha to Ippodo Tea and the one that is always served to guests. A balanced sencha with just the right amount of sweetness and refreshing astringency, this medium bodied tea is a great afternoon or post meal tea with desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIppodo's origins date back three centuries to the year 1717, when Rihei Watanabe established a shop called Omiya to sell tea and ceramics. In 1846, the shop was renamed Ippodo, which literally means “preserve one.” The name was bestowed by Prince Yamashina, who enjoyed Ippodo tea and wanted the shop to preserve one tradition: providing high quality tea. This family owned business is now in the hands of its 6th and 7th generation.\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDrawing from 300 years of expertise, Ippodo's labor-intensive production process involves carefully handpicking, shade growing and stone grounding the tea leaves which gives them their full-bodied and umami-filled flavour. The result is an authentic flavour that delicately blends the rich umami taste with a refined sweetness. Imbued with each brew is the concept of ichi-go ichi-e (meaning: one opportunity, one encounter), a wisdom taught in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony that embraces each fleeting moment with tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" data-border-radii='{\"topLeft\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0},\"topRight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0},\"bottomLeft\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0},\"bottomRight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0}}' id=\"block-78eb42b2dd70a725a384\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1725333421490_502\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-html-content\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1725333421490_501\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1725333421490_500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Recommendations \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmount of Leaves Per Pot: 10g\u003cbr\u003eWater: 210ml brewed at 80ºC\u003cbr\u003eAllow the leaves to steep for 60 seconds. Makes 3 cups of tea. Each pot can be brewed up to 3 times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight | 150g \u003cbr\u003eOrigin | Kyoto prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ippodo Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45576027504870,"sku":"","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Ippodo_Tea_Sencha_Hosen.jpg?v=1734656539"}],"url":"https:\/\/easternhillgs.com\/collections\/japanese-green-teas.oembed","provider":"Eastern Hill General Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}