In the heart of E, Yucoo stands as a testament to the art of tea, carefully curated by Fancheng Yu, known as Michael, and his college friend, Lao, who prefers to be called Jerry. This unassuming shop boasts unadorned gray walls, a tiled floor, and simple seating, yet it harbors a treasure trove of meticulously sourced teas.
Specializing in both bubble teas and premium teas sourced directly from Yu’s family farms near Hangzhou in eastern China, Yucoo offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. “Only the youngest, tenderest leaves from the top branch of the tea tree are handpicked,” explains Yu, highlighting the shop’s commitment to quality. Each batch of tea is a labor of love, with a single tree branch yielding a mere one-and-a-half ounces of tea.
At Yucoo, patrons can savor the essence of Wuyi Mountain Rock tea, an aromatic oolong celebrated for its complex, roasted flavor reminiscent of black tea. Another standout is Wild Mountain tea, a black tea harvested from ancient trees in the West Lake area, known for its delicate, woodsy taste.
The menu at Yucoo features a curated selection of cold drinks crafted with fresh ingredients. Milk tea enthusiasts can indulge in specialties like the cinnamon milk tea, infused with cinnamon bark, or the matcha milk tea made from genuine matcha sourced from Yu’s family estate in Japan. Fruit drinks are skillfully blended with Dragon Well Green tea, renowned for its subtle sweetness and mild bitterness.
Yucoo isn’t just a tea shop; it’s a sanctuary where tea aficionados can appreciate the purity and depth of flavors that only carefully sourced, premium teas can offer. With its understated ambiance and commitment to quality, Yucoo invites tea lovers to experience tea time in its purest form.
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