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: 1.5g
Water: 70ml
Temperature: starting from 75°C
Profile
Leaves
Color〈grayish yellow green〉
Shape〈fine powder〉
Fragrance〈soy milk, violet〉
Taste〈cacao〉
Tea
Color〈grass green〉
Fragrance (brewed tea)〈almonds, broad beans〉
Fragrance(steeped leaves)〈-〉
Sweetness〈steamed chestnuts, Anno sweet potato, freshly boiled fava beans, white bean paste〉
Astringency〈lettuce, parsley〉
Umami〈black sesame, soy milk, vegetable tempura, edamame, seaweed flakes, sesame tofu, creamy〉
Bitterness〈wet soil〉
Acidity〈forest moss, white clover〉
Pairing
Hour〈afternoon, koicha tea ceremony〉
Sweets〈vanilla ice cream, western-style confectionery〉