Asahi, a selected cultivar from the native tea plants of Kyoto Uji, captivates with its rich and elegant aroma that rises the moment you open the seal. It offers a nutty umami paired with a mellow sweetness and astringency reminiscent of chestnuts and sweet potatoes, making it an exceptional matcha perfect for both koicha and usucha tea preparations. Enjoy the long lingering finish that stays pleasantly in your mouth.
Category: Matcha (Sehi)
Cultivar: Asahi
Origin: Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture
Net Weight: 20g
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Brewing Guidelines
Leaves: 2g
Water: 60ml
Temperature: starting from 75°C
Profile
Leaves
Color〈greyish yellow green〉
Shape〈fine powder〉
Fragrance〈warm soy milk, morning dew, violets blooming in a corner〉
Tea
Color〈grass green〉
Fragrance (brewed tea)〈almonds, broad beans〉
Sweetness〈steamed chestnuts, sweet potato, freshly boiled fava beans, white bean paste〉
Astringency〈lettuce, parsley〉
Umami〈soy milk, edamame, aonori seaweed, sesame tofu, cashew milk〉
Bitterness〈watercress, jerusalem artichoke, charcoal-grilled salmon skin〉
Acidity〈grapefruit, hibiscus〉
Pairing
Hour〈10:03a.m.〉
Sweets〈banana bread〉