Gyokuro (玉露) roughly translates to "jewel dew" or "jade dew" which perfectly suits its premium quality and umami flavor.

Gyokuro contains high levels of caffeine as a result of its unique harvesting process, however the L-theanine slightly alters its effects. It causes the body to absorb the caffeine more slowly, avoiding the heavy buzz and later crash in energy levels that some people get when drinking coffee. As such, gyokuro tea can give you a longer-lasting and less intense alertness.

Other health benefits of consuming Gyokuro tea include:

• Supporting heart health
• Clearer complexion
• Helping with weight loss
• Cancer prevention
• Blocking the absorption of bad cholesterol
• Protecting the liver
• Reducing cell damage from free radicals