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MATCHA "SPECIAL BLEND"

"POWDERED TEA"
GREEN TEA
★ ORGANIC FARMING

Shizuoka, Tuba, Honshu, Japan

This Ceremonial Special Blend Matcha combines select shade-grown cultivars to achieve a harmonious balance of sweetness, umami, and vibrant aroma. Crafted for traditional preparation, it offers a smooth, creamy texture with a rich green hue—perfect for both daily rituals and special occasions. MORE

30 g vacuum tin

AROMA
Bakery, nutty
TASTE
Creamy, umami

CULTIVAR: Okumidori, Asanoka, Saemidori, Tsuyuhikari
PRODUCTION: 15.011.2024
ABOUT
Matcha is a finely ground powder made from high-quality green tea leaves. It is an important part of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony known as Chanoyu (or "the way of tea"). Matcha is crafted from the youngest tea leaves harvested during the first flush in late April to early May. These tender leaves are shaded from sunlight for several weeks before harvest, which boosts chlorophyll levels and enhances the tea's vibrant green color while developing its sweet, umami flavor profile. Only the finest of these leaves, tencha, are selected for producing Matcha.

Young leaves are hand-picked to ensure quality, a laborious process done with great care. The leaves are steamed immediately after harvesting to stop oxidation and preserve their green color and nutritional properties. After steaming, the leaves are dried and sorted to remove stems and veins. The dried leaves are then ground into a fine powder using traditional stone mills, a slow process that requires precision to avoid overheating the leaves, which can affect quality.

The resulting tea is celebrated for its creamy texture and flavor profile that balances sweetness with a fresh, grassy taste. High-quality Matcha has a delicate, rich flavor due to the shading process, enhancing its umami component. This unique combination of texture and flavor makes Matcha a distinctive drinking experience. In the Japanese tea ceremony, Matcha symbolizes harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility, aligning with the underlying principles of Chanoyu. The ritual of preparing and serving tea creates a mindful space for reflection and connection with others. Each movement and action in the ceremony reflects careful thought, embodying a deep respect for nature and the craftsmanship behind the tea.

We are honored to introduce you to our Ceremonial Grade Matcha to make your tea experience an inspiring journey!

ORIGIN
This Matcha is made by an experienced team of tea masters from Osada Tea Japan. This company has existed since 1948 and has produced organic tea for decades. Natsumi Osada, Japan’s leading certified tea instructor, Champion of the 56th Japan National Tea Tasting Competition, and winner of numerous awards such as Japan Tea screening skill competitions, is the main Tea Master who checks all the quality and flavours. This company won multiple awards and is well-known and respected even overseas.

This Ceremonial Matcha is made from a special blend of Okumidori, Asanoka, Saemidori, and Tsuyuhikari cultivars. It is organically certified green tea harvested in a covered tea garden.

ORGANIC CERTIFIED GREEN TEA

ORGANOLEPTIC
The Special Blend Matcha exhibits a vibrant, bright emerald-green color with an exceptionally fine and silky powder texture, indicative of meticulous stone grinding. The dry aroma is complex and inviting, layered with fresh vegetal notes, sweet steamed greens, subtle floral hints, and a faint marine undertone. Upon preparation, the tea reveals a luscious, creamy mouthfeel with a harmonious balance of rich umami and delicate sweetness. Flavors unfold elegantly—starting with bright grassy freshness, followed by mellow chestnut and creamy notes, enriched by a gentle vegetal depth and a soft, lingering astringency. The finish is smooth and refreshing, leaving a clean, sweet aftertaste with hints of orchid and fresh spring air. This blend showcases the distinctive qualities of each cultivar, resulting in a nuanced, well-rounded matcha perfect for ceremonial sipping and mindful enjoyment.
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