Matcha Miyazaki Saemidori Ceremonial Organic, AAA+, 50 gr., 2026

Ceremonial matcha of the highest quality from Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. This tea was harvested in spring 2025 and ground in March 2026.

The tea was hand-picked and processed. The leaves were shaded with bamboo tents for 20-25 days before harvesting, creating a soft and refined flavor and aroma.

Compared to more common matcha varieties, this tea has a more harmonious, balanced taste, with a delicate sweetness, a slight astringency, and pronounced umami. The aroma is light, creamy, and floral.

The tea's texture is smooth and whips into a dense, stable foam. This type of matcha is intended for traditional brewing with water, without the addition of sweeteners or dairy products.

Traditional matcha (usucha) preparation method:

1-2 grams of matcha
60-80 ml of water, 70-80°C. Using boiling water will make the drink unpleasantly bitter.

Rinse the bowl (chawan) with hot water to warm it up and wipe it dry. Sift the powder through a strainer to avoid lumps. Add a small amount of water (about 15–20 ml) and whisk the powder with a bamboo whisk until it forms a thick paste. Add the remaining water and vigorously whisk the drink in a W-shaped motion until a thick, beautiful foam forms.