Description This matcha offers a vibrant, deep green colour and a rich aroma. It's carefully blended with Samidori and Okumidori for colour and fragrance, Tenmyo for umami and soft flavour, and Yabukita to balance the overall profile. This high-quality ceremonial grade matcha is perfect for everyday drinking as a latte or for specialty cooking, including high-quality matcha gelato, baked goods, and Japanese sweets. *Please note that the image is for reference purposes only. The actual colour may vary slightly due to differences in the seasonal batch. More Details * Exclusive Harvest: Directly sourced from a top-notch boutique farm in Uji, Kyoto, Japan. * Expertly Grown: Shade-grown for vibrant colour and rich flavour. * Quality Assurance: We exclusively release matchas that score at least 8 out of 10 after extensive testing, ensuring only the finest quality products reach you. * 100% Fresh: No older than 3 months from harvesting time. Fresh matcha procured every week by DHL Express. How to Prepare Usucha – Light & Frothy (1 Serve) * Sift 2g (1 tsp) of matcha into a warm bowl. * Add 60ml of water heated to 70°C. * Whisk briskly in a zig-zag motion until a fine froth forms on top. Koicha – Bold & Velvety (1 Serve) * Sift 4g (2 tsp) of matcha into a warm bowl. * Add 20ml of water (70°C) and knead with your whisk until smooth. * Add another 20ml and whisk until thick and silky. The Golden Matcha Ratio * Base Ratio (4:40): 4g matcha + 40ml hot water (70°C) * Hot Matcha Latte (200 ml): 4g matcha + 40ml hot water (70°C) + 160ml milk * Iced Matcha Latte (300 ml): 6g matcha + 60ml hot water (70°C) + 240ml milk *Whisk matcha with hot water before adding cold milk. It is best to use our Bamboo Matcha Whisk and Glass Bowl with Spout. Ingredients Ceremonial-grade green tea fine powder Character * Sweet * Vegetal * Umami Origin Uji, Kyoto, Japan