Savory/Umami Teas

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Ochabito said 15 years ago

Gyokuro is overflowing with umami. You just have to steep it at a lower temperature like 140 to 160 for 2 minutes and use more leaves. Some Darjeeling first flushes also have lots of umami.

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Ochabito said 15 years ago

Oh yeah white teas like Bai Mudan also have umami.

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Cofftea said 15 years ago

Adagio’s Artichoke green was definitely more savory when 1.5tsp of leaves are steeped in 2oz of 160 degree water for 1.5min.

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