Organic Otsuka Ceremonial Matcha Kanayamidori & Yabukita, 30 g Caddy

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Organic Otsuka Ceremonial Matcha Kanayamidori & Yabukita

We are delighted to introduce another amazing organic ceremonial matcha from the company Otsuka in Kakegawa, Shizuoka. Having had the pleasure of visiting their tea factory, we were able to see first-hand the extraordinary care and craftsmanship that the Ostuka family and team apply to their work. As great admirers of their loose leaf teas, and following on from how well their organic Oku Midori Ceremonial matcha was received by our customers, we feel very honoured to be able to share this – and one other – wonderful matcha with you.

Organic Otsuka Ceremonial Matcha Kanayamidori & Yabukita is made from a blend of two carefully selected cultivars: Kanayamidori and Yabukita. Yabukita contributes structure, balance and a classic Japanese green tea character with notes of umami and fresh spring greens. Kanayamidori, a less common cultivar prized by tea enthusiasts, brings enhanced sweetness, depth and a particularly smooth, rounded mouthfeel thanks to its naturally high amino acid content. Together they create a remarkably rich and smooth matcha, with an elegant natural sweetness that immediately sets it apart. Notes of fresh spring greens, steamed vegetables and delicate umami are balanced by hints of sweet cream, young peas and a gentle nuttiness. And as one would expect from such a high quality matcha, bitterness is minimal, allowing the tea’s natural sweetness and complexity to shine through.

The powder itself displays a striking, vibrant emerald-green colour, a hallmark of carefully grown and processed first-flush tea leaves. Whisked in a bowl, it produces a bright jade-green liquor with a fine, creamy foam and an inviting aroma of fresh-cut grass, spring vegetation and subtle sweet cream.

The finish is long, clean and satisfying, leaving lingering notes of sweet green tea and soft umami on the palate. Rich yet refined, this outstanding first-flush organic matcha is equally suited to traditional preparation and to those seeking a truly exceptional daily bowl of matcha.

Otsuka’s matcha teas are a tribute to tradition and a reflection of their innovative spirit, offering the perfect choice for those who take their matcha seriously! For us, their teas capture the essence of what makes Japanese tea so enchanting: a harmony of craftsmanship, heritage and unforgettable flavour.

To prepare “thin” Matcha (Usucha) in a Matcha Bowl (Chawan): 

• Put 1.5 – 2g (2 matcha scoops) into your matcha bowl. If necessary, sieve the matcha into the bowl to remove lumps.
• Add ca. 80 ml of water that has been heated to 70 – 80℃.
• Whisk using your matcha brush until small bubbles appear – your Usucha will have the consistency of a strong espresso with a nice foam on top.

To prepare “thick” Matcha (Koicha) in a Matcha Bowl (Chawan): 

• Put 3.5 – 5g (3 heaped matcha scoops) into your matcha bowl. If necessary, sieve the matcha into the bowl to remove lumps.
• Add ca. 20 – 40 ml of water that has been heated to 70 – 80℃.
• Stir the matcha into the water using your matcha brush until it has the consistency of thick, melted chocolate.

Because Matcha in such a highly concentrated form as Koicha takes some getting used to and only real premium qualities reveal their sweet and complex character when prepared this way, we recommend that only the highest-quality teas be prepared as Koicha. Having said that, how you like your tea is down to your individual taste. Although we wouldn’t recommend trying more basic Matcha teas as Koicha, we would recommend preparing the premium quality teas both as Usucha and Koicha to see which style of Matcha you prefer.

DE-ÖKO-006 Non-EU Agriculture

From controlled organic cultivation