20g Ceremonial Grade [Saemidori Yame Matcha] – Authentic Japanese Green Tea Powder for Koicha and Usucha (100% Yame Tea)

Description

• 🍵 Made exclusively from the rare “Saemidori” cultivar, renowned for its delicate sweetness.
• 🍵 100% Yame Matcha, sourced from carefully shaded tea gardens for enhanced umami and sweetness.
• 🍵 Shaded for approximately 30 days before harvest to enhance natural flavors and aroma.
• 🍵 Expertly stone-milled to preserve the rich aroma and vibrant color of the tea.
• 🍵 Features a smooth, creamy flavor profile with a distinctive floral fragrance.
• 🍵 Suitable for both koicha (thick tea) and usucha (thin tea), offering versatile enjoyment.
• 🍵 Made from premium-quality tea leaves grown in Yame, Japan’s renowned tea region.
• 🍵 No additives, ensuring a pure and authentic matcha experience.
• 🍵 Perfect for traditional tea ceremonies, culinary creations, or matcha lattes.
• 🍵 Internationally acclaimed, highlighting the premium quality of Yame matcha.

[Mukoh Matcha Matcha Grades]

Mukoh Matcha’s Matcha Green Tea Powder is available in different grades, which are determined by the quality of the tea leaves used, and method of cultivation, and the processing methods.

1. Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder:

   Ceremonial Grade: This is the Highest Quality Matcha Green Tea Powder, made from the first ( spring ) leaves harvest of the year, the youngest, most tender tea leaves. Stone ground into a fine powder. Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has a vibrant green color, and a sweet, delicate flavor. It is used for traditional Japanese tea ceremonies and is best enjoyed on its own or with simple snacks.

   The green tea leaves used to make Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is carefully selected and are then steamed, dried, and stone ground into a fine Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder using traditional methods. The Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has a bright, vibrant green color and a smooth, velvety texture, and is characterized by a sweet, delicate flavor with a hint of umami.

   Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is best enjoyed as a pure Matcha Green Tea Drink, whisked with hot water in a bowl using a bamboo whisk. It is traditionally served with Japanese sweets to balance the flavor and is sipped slowly to savor the complex taste and aroma.

   In addition to its delicious taste, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is also packed with antioxidants, amino acids, and other natural nutrients that are known to provide a range of health benefits, including improved focus, energy, and metabolism. The Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has also been shown to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and boost the immune system.

   Overall, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a luxurious and delicious tea that is highly regarded for its quality, flavor, and health benefits.

2. Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder:

   Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a High Quality type of Matcha that is made from young tea leaves. The tea leaves are harvested in the first ( Spring ) of the year to create a fine, vibrant green powder that can be used in a variety of ways.

   The leaves used to make Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is typically slightly more mature than those used to make Ceremonial Matcha Green Tea Powder, but are still selected for their tender, young growth. They are steamed, dried, and ground into a fine powder by machine, not stone ground. Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder has a bright, fresh flavor and a smooth, creamy texture.

   It is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways, including as a pure Matcha Green Tea, as a culinary ingredient, or as an ingredient in smoothies, lattes, and other drinks.

   Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is also highly nutritious, containing high levels of antioxidants, amino acids, and other natural nutrients that are known to provide a range of health benefits. It is believed to help improve mental clarity, boost energy and metabolism, and promote relaxation and stress relief.

   Overall, Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a High Quality and versatile Matcha Green Tea Powder that is highly regarded for its flavor and health benefits. It is an excellent choice for those who want to enjoy the benefits of matcha.

3. Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder:

   Culinary Grade: This is used second ( summer ) leaves harvest of the year and is Lower Quality Matcha Green Tea Powder than Ceremonial or Premium Grade but our Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is still not the lowest quality compared to ones in the market. It is suitable for use in cooking, baking, and smoothies.

   Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a lower grade of Matcha Green Tea Powder that is primarily used as an ingredient in cooking and baking, rather than as a pure tea. It is made from slightly older tea leaves than Ceremonial or Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder and is harvested and processed in a way that makes it more affordable and easier to use in larger quantities.

   The tea leaves used to make Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is typically grown in the sun, rather than in the shade like Higher Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder such as Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder and Premium Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder, which results in a coarser texture and a more bitter flavor. They are also processed using mechanical grinding methods, rather than the traditional stone ground methods used for higher grades of Matcha Green Tea Powder.

   Despite its lower quality, Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder still contains a range of natural nutrients and health benefits, including high levels of antioxidants and amino acids. However, its bitter flavor and coarser texture make it less suitable for drinking as a pure Matcha Green Tea, and it is instead used primarily as an ingredient in recipes.

   Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes, including baked goods, smoothies, and savory dishes. It adds vibrant green color and a unique, slightly bitter flavor to recipes, and can also provide a nutritional boost to dishes.

   Overall, Culinary Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder is a more affordable and versatile option for those who want to enjoy the flavor and health benefits of matcha in their cooking and baking. While it may not be suitable for drinking as a pure Matcha Green Tea, it is a great way to add a unique twist to your favorite recipes.

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