Premium Ceremonial Matcha (Seimei Cultivar)

Description

Enjoy the delicate and smooth flavour of our Premium Ceremonial Matcha Powder, crafted from the Seimei cultivar. Known for its vibrant green colour and balanced, milky taste, this matcha offers a refreshing tea experience. The Seimei cultivar is a rare variety found in less than 1% of all matcha produced in Japan.

• Balanced Flavour: Enjoy a well-rounded taste with a delicate sweetness and milkiness and moderate umami, perfect for everyday matcha enjoyment.
• Vibrant Green Colour: Shade-grown to produce a vivid green hue.
• Smooth and Refreshing: Finely ground to achieve a smooth texture and a frothy finish.
• Ideal for: Daily use, traditional tea ceremonies, and gourmet matcha lattes.

Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, Sugar-Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian.

A note on packaging: Tin colours are assigned at random and cannot be selected.

*The image is for reference purposes only. The actual colour may vary slightly due to differences in the seasonal batch.

Seimei vs Other Cultivars

• Harmonious Flavour: Seimei offers a balanced flavour profile, with moderate sweetness and umami, making it less intense than Kanayamidori and Okumidori.
• Vibrant Green Hue: Similar to most of other cultivars, Seimei produces a vibrant green colour, though it is typically brighter than the deeper green of Kanayamidori and Okumidori.
• Moderate Umami: While it has a noticeable umami presence, Seimei’s umami is more balanced and less pronounced than Kanayamidori, Okumidori, and Saemidori.
• Smooth and Light: Compared to Saemidori’s rich creaminess and Kanayamidori’s and Okumidori's bolder intensity, Seimei offers a smoother, lighter experience, ideal for those who prefer a more subtle matcha.
• Well-Rounded Taste: Offers a more balanced and refreshing taste compared to the full-bodied Okumidori and the delicate Tsuyuhikari.

Note: This comparison is based on general perceptions and can vary depending on individual taste preferences.

More Details

• Exclusive Harvest: Directly sourced from the top-notch boutique farms.
• Expertly Grown: Shade-grown for vibrant colour and rich flavour.
• Quality Assurance: We exclusively release matcha 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

Yame, Fukuoka, Japan