2026 first harvest. Bold, roasted, richly aromatic, and impossible to ignore. From Yame, Fukuoka for those who want more from their cup.
Description
A ceremonial matcha of unmistakable character, crafted as a signature blend from 2026 first harvest leaves grown in Yame, Fukuoka, one of Japan's most revered tea regions. Where most ceremonial matcha is defined by delicacy, this blend is defined by depth.
It opens with a bold, roasted warmth, rich, nutty, and lightly smoky, the kind of character that is unique to Yame, where the region's distinctive terroir and careful firing process coax deeper, more grounded flavours from the leaf.
The result is a matcha that is confident and full-bodied, with a rich aroma that fills the bowl before the first sip. For those who find lighter matcha too subtle, this is the blend that answers.
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Best for: Usucha, matcha lattes, those who enjoy bold roasted depth over delicate sweetness
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Cultivar: Yabukita, Yutakamidori, Fujimidori & Saemidori
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Harvest: First harvest, 2026
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Style: Bold, roasted, full-bodied
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Finish: Warm, lingering, richly aromatic
Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, Sugar-Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian.
A note on packaging: Tin and pouch colours may vary. Colours are assigned at random and cannot be selected at this time.
*Tasting notes and colour descriptions reflect general sensory perception and data provided by our supplier, and may vary by individual preference, preparation method, and seasonal batch. We do our best to describe each product as accurately as possible.
*The image is for reference purposes only. The actual colour may vary slightly due to differences in the seasonal batch.
Why Signature Blend?
Yame matcha is known the world over for producing green teas of uncommon depth: sweeter, rounder, and more complex than most other Japanese regions. But within Yame's range, there exists a bolder expression: one where the natural firing process pushes further, coaxing out roasted, nutty compounds that give the matcha a distinctive warmth and weight. This is that expression.
This Signature Blend was crafted specifically for matcha drinkers who want something more grounded, more present in the cup. It performs exceptionally as a traditional usucha, where its roasted richness can be fully appreciated, and stands up boldly in lattes, where its depth of character carries cleanly through milk without being muted.
2026 first harvest: the first and finest picking of the season
This blend is crafted exclusively from the 2026 first harvest, the season's first flush of young leaves, prized for their heightened sweetness, deeper green pigment, and higher L-theanine content.
Yabukita
Japan's most established cultivar, the structural backbone of the blend. Delivers a fresh, grassy character, structured umami, and the clean astringency that gives this matcha its confident edge.
Yutakamidori
Japan's second most planted cultivar, known for its deep colour, strong umami, and rich body. It adds the weight and density that makes this blend feel full and present in the cup.
Saemidori
Smooth, sweet, and low in bitterness, the softening influence in the blend. Saemidori rounds the finish and prevents the boldness from tipping into harshness, keeping the cup clean and balanced.
Fujimidori
A cultivar grown in Yame, selected by our producer for the particular aromatic depth it contributes to the blend, adding to the warm, roasted character that defines this matcha.
Ingredients
Ceremonial-grade green tea fine powder
Character
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Thickness: Medium to full, substantial and present
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Umami: Rich and savoury, woven through the body
- Vegetal notes: Subdued, giving way to roasted and nutty character
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Astringency: Present and structured, clean on the finish
Origin
Yame, Fukuoka, Japan
