Ocha & Co. Kyoto Uji Japanese Matcha Green Tea Fine Matcha Powder 50g

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As an avid matcha enthusiast, I’ve tasted various matcha brands, but Ochaski stands out for its exceptional quality and distinct flavor profile. Sen no Soutan had three sons who formed San Senke, the 3 main schools of the Japanese tea ceremony:

a b c d e f g h "Tea Becomes a Beverage for a Wider Market, 1300–1600". A Bowl for a Coin. 2020. pp.34–72. doi: 10.1515/9780824882617-005. ISBN 978-0-8248-8261-7. S2CID 242497351.Due to a brief harvest season, select growing regions, and the effort it takes to cultivate and grind green tea leaves, matcha powder is pricey, especially compared to coffee and tea. The price point has a high floor, and if you come across a brand selling ceremonial matcha far below other competitors it should raise some eyebrows regarding the quality. However, Chamberlain Coffee manages to sell its ceremonial matcha powder in the lowest average price tier without sacrificing quality. It doesn't have the rich umami flavor of high-end matcha powders, but it has a balance of sweetness and earthiness, and it blends well.

The genmaicha charms with its unique combination of roasted rice and green tea, and the hojicha delights with its toasty, nutty character. Each sip is a journey of flavors that transports you to the tranquil tea gardens of Japan.It's become increasingly common in recent years to come across coffee mixed with mushrooms—or, more specifically, with compounds extracted from mushrooms, known as adaptogens. The same is true with matcha. The thousand-year-old green tea pairs well with apoptogenic mushrooms as both have a naturally earthy taste. It is worth mentioning that Morihan Matcha falls into a more affordable price range compared to some premium matcha options on the market.

It is said that Uji tea began to be cultivated in Kyoto in the Kamakura period (1185-1333) at the beginning of the 13th century.

I recently had the pleasure of trying Ochaski Premium Matcha, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. Nakamura Tokichi Honten is easily accessed with only a 3-minutes walk from JR Uji station. We plan to have our early lunch here before proceeding with our day trip to Uji. So, Nakamura Tokichi Honten is our first destination when we arrived at Uji in the morning. About 2–4 grams of matcha is placed into the bowl, traditionally using a bamboo scoop called a chashaku, and then about 60–80ml of hot water are added. [ citation needed] A chasen is used to create a uniform consistency. Matcha is traditionally served in a chawan often with a wagashi. Matcha naturally contains caffeine, so the vast majority of matcha powders are caffeinated. Some brands sell decaf matcha, but it's uncommon. A serving of matcha contains 40 to 70 milligrams of caffeine on average. Green tea is the most commonly consumed tea in Japan. Matcha, a powdered form of this green tea, is used in traditional tea ceremonies and is also popular as an ingredient in sweets.