{"product_id":"premium-ceremonial-koiai-blend","title":"Premium Ceremonial Matcha (Koiai Blend)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested early in the season in Shizuoka, this \u003cstrong\u003eorganic \u003c\/strong\u003epremium ceremonial matcha is crafted to deliver \u003cstrong\u003eclarity, smoothness, and ease of enjoyment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from a combination of\u003cstrong\u003e Yabukita and Yutakamidori cultivars\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003emild taste, a distinct natural green colour\u003c\/strong\u003e and a clean aroma free from any fishy notes. With \u003cstrong\u003edeep umami\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced by \u003cstrong\u003elow astringency\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s a refined yet forgiving matcha, especially well-suited to those beginning their ceremonial matcha journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivars: \u003c\/strong\u003eYabukita \u0026amp; Yutakamidori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003c\/strong\u003eSmooth, umami-forward, mild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, soft, low astringency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDairy-Free, Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, Sugar-Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is organic matcha, grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. Learn more about organic vs non-organic matcha\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Organic vs Non-Organic Matcha\" href=\"https:\/\/maisonkoko.com\/blogs\/blog\/organic-vs-non-organic-matcha\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on packaging: \u003c\/strong\u003eTin and pouch colours may vary. Colours are assigned at random and cannot be selected at this time.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note that the image is for reference purposes only. The actual colour may vary slightly due to differences in the seasonal batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Yabukita \u0026amp; Yutakamidori Cultivars?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYabukita\u003c\/strong\u003e provides structure, balance, and classic green tea character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYutakamidori \u003c\/strong\u003econtributes smoothness, colour clarity, and gentle richness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they create a matcha that is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth and stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally umami-rich\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow in harshness or sharp vegetal edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to whisk and enjoy daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsucha – Light \u0026amp; Frothy (1 Serve)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSift 2g (1 tsp) of matcha into a warm bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 60ml of water heated to 70°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk briskly in a zig-zag motion until a fine froth forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoicha – Bold \u0026amp; Velvety (1 Serve)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSift 4g (2 tsp) of matcha into a warm bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 20ml of water (70°C) and knead with your whisk until smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd another 20ml and whisk until thick and silky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Golden Matcha Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Ratio (4:40):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e4g matcha + 40ml hot water (70°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHot Matcha Latte (200 ml):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 4g matcha + 40ml hot water (70°C) + 160ml milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIced Matcha Latte (300 ml):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 6g matcha + 60ml hot water (70°C) + 240ml milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Whisk matcha with hot water before adding cold milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is best to use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maisonkoko.com\/products\/matcha-whisk-120-prong\" title=\"Maison Koko Bamboo Matcha Whisk (120 Prongs)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBamboo Matcha Whisk\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maisonkoko.com\/products\/glass-matcha-bowl-with-spout\" title=\"Maison Koko Glass Matcha Bowl with Spout\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGlass Bowl with Spout\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial-grade green tea fine powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCharacter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUmami: \u003c\/strong\u003eDeep and pronounced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetal notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced, fresh green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstringency: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis balance creates a matcha that feels \u003cstrong\u003erich without bitterness\u003c\/strong\u003e, smooth on the palate, and easy to enjoy consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShizuoka, Chūbu, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Maison Koko","offers":[{"title":"50g Pouch","offer_id":47286996795618,"sku":"1044-1","price":52.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g Pouch","offer_id":47286996828386,"sku":"1044-2","price":211.19,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30g Tin","offer_id":47676373401826,"sku":"1044-3","price":47.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/1800\/5218\/files\/Premium_Ceremonial_Matcha_Nono_Blend_Maison_Koko.png?v=1770780319","url":"https:\/\/maisonkoko.com\/products\/premium-ceremonial-koiai-blend","provider":"Maison Koko","version":"1.0","type":"link"}