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Tamaryokucha Tea

Guri Tea

GrassyVegetalMarine

Tamaryokucha is a curled Japanese green from Kyushu, rolled into comma shapes rather than the needle shape of sencha.

Tamaryokucha tea — loose leaves
Green TeaFresh · Grassy · Sweet
Medium body
Tea TypeGreen TeaFresh · Grassy · Sweet
OriginKyushu (Saga), Japan
OxidationNoneUnroasted
BodyMedium
CaffeineMedium20–40 mg / cup

Flavor Profile

What does Tamaryokucha taste like?

Tamaryokucha is a curled Japanese green from Kyushu, rolled into comma shapes rather than the needle shape of sencha. The cup is rich and grassy with a deep steamed-vegetable body, pleasant marine notes, and a natural sweetness. Some versions are pan-fired instead of steamed, tasting slightly more roasted. It is less common outside Japan but prized for its full flavor.

Flavor NotesStrongest first
Grassy5 / 5
Vegetal4 / 5
Marine3 / 5
Umami2 / 5
Fresh1 / 5

Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.

Origin

Kyushu (Saga), Japan

Tamaryokucha is a specialty of Kyushu, especially Saga and Nagasaki prefectures.

Known for steamed green teas, shade-grown umami, and powdered matcha.

Kyushu (Saga), Japan

Brewing Guide

How to Brew Tamaryokucha

Tea Amount3 g
Water250 ml
Temperature70–80°C
Steep1–2 min
Re-steep2–3 times

Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.

Caffeine

Caffeine in Tamaryokucha

Medium

Typical brewed serving

20–40mg per cup

Tamaryokucha is a medium-caffeine green tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 20–40 mg of caffeine.

Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.

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FAQ

Tamaryokucha Tea FAQ

Quick answers about Tamaryokucha tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.

What is Tamaryokucha tea?

Tamaryokucha is a curled Japanese green from Kyushu, rolled into comma shapes rather than the needle shape of sencha. It is also known as Guri Tea.

Does Tamaryokucha tea have caffeine?

Yes. Tamaryokucha is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 20–40 mg per brewed serving.

What does Tamaryokucha tea taste like?

Tamaryokucha is known for a profile led by Grassy, Vegetal, and Marine, with a medium body.

How do you brew Tamaryokucha tea?

Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 70–80°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 2–3 times.

Is Tamaryokucha tea bitter?

Bitterness is not a defining note of Tamaryokucha; its profile centers on Grassy, Vegetal, and Marine.