Authentic ceremonial matcha from the renowned Yame region in Fukuoka Prefecture. This tea, made from the Yabukita cultivar, comes from the first spring harvest ( Ichibancha) and stands out for its silky creaminess, high natural sweetness, and minimal astringency. It offers a rich, well-rounded profile with deep umami and subtle notes of nuts and fresh grass, providing you with steady energy and a clear mind throughout the day.
Matchatori chooses lightweight, compact bags to protect the matcha from light, air, and moisture, while also reducing the weight of the packaging and the space required for shipping from Japan to you. This keeps packaging and shipping costs lower, allowing them to invest more in the tea itself.
Key Features
- Origin and Harvest: Yame, Fukuoka, Japan; first spring harvest (Ichibancha).
- Cultivar: 100% Yabukita with a vibrant green color.
- Flavor Profile: Velvety creamy, distinctly sweet (80%) with a light floral note (50%) and almost no bitterness (5%).
- Packaging: 40 g (approx. 20 servings).
- Ingredients: 100% ground matcha green tea.
Preparation Instructions
- Sift 2 g of matcha through a fine sieve into a bowl ( chawan).
- Pour in 75 ml of water at 80 °C.
- Using a bamboo whisk ( chasen), whisk rapidly in a “W” pattern for about 30 seconds until a fine, jade-colored foam forms.
- Drink it straight as traditional tea, or top it off with more water or frothed milk to make a smooth latte.