PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a production method of green tea extract useful for a production raw material of a beverage which has less unpleasant taste, and can be drunk with comfort.SOLUTION: Provided is the production method of green tea extract including steps of (a), (b), and (c): (a) a step for bringing a surface of raw tea leaf into contact to water of 60-99°C; (b) a step for extracting the tea leaf after performing the step of (a) with water of 50-100°C; and (c) a step for separating the green tea extract obtained in the step (b) into solid and liquid.