Ceremonial Matcha 1kg

Grade : Ceremonial

Leaf : Best 1st

Taste : Strong Sweet / Less Bitter / Umami

Leaf Origin : Japan(Kyoto, Shizuoka, Kagoshima)

For : Tea ceremony, Latte with Umami and less bitterness

This selection is the highest quality Ceremonial Grade matcha, traditionally reserved for the Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu).

It is exclusively made from the Best 1st flush of tea leaves—the first and most tender new shoots picked in the early spring harvest. This early picking is crucial as it ensures the highest concentration of L-theanine and chlorophyll, which contributes to the tea's vibrant green color and superior Taste.

The flavor profile is highly sought after: it delivers a Strong Sweet note, exceptional Umami richness, and is deliberately Less Bitter than lower-grade matchas. This unique combination makes it incredibly smooth and easy to drink.

The leaves are meticulously sourced from three of Japan's most revered tea-growing regions—Kyoto (often Uji), Shizuoka, and Kagoshima. This blended Leaf Origin guarantees a complex and well-balanced flavor profile reflecting the best terroir characteristics.

This matcha is recommended For its intended traditional use in the Tea Ceremony and for modern applications, particularly crafting an exceptional Latte that benefits from the rich Umami and virtually non-existent bitterness.