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Uji, Kyoto
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Houki by Hokoen
$35.00
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Houki (宝亀) is a radiant ceremonial-grade matcha from Hokoen, a respected Uji tea producer with over 160 years of heritage. Named “Treasure Radiance,” Houki delivers a luminous cup brimming with refined sweetness, gentle umami, and a silky smooth texture. Its bright jade bloom and soft, creamy froth make it an elegant matcha—perfect for everyday usucha or welcoming your first koicha experience.
About this item:
- Treasure Radiance: Reflects its auspicious name with a shining, elegant profile and lasting flavor.
- Full‑Bodied Koicha or Versatile Usucha: Best as a thick tea, yet forgiving and delicious at lower temperatures as usucha, avoiding bitterness.
- Delicate Sweetness & Gentle Umami: Rich, lingering taste with soft vegetal notes and minimal astringency.
- Long‑Lasting Aroma: Captivating fragrance that remains pleasantly on the palate long after each sip.
- Authentic Uji Craftsmanship: Shade‑grown, stone‑ground, and packaged in Kyoto by Hokoen, managing every step from plantation to cup.
- Three Sizes Available: 40 g can, 100 g can, and 200 g can—for sampling, daily use, or sharing rituals.
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Tasting Notes
Houki delivers radiant sweetness and silky umami with a smooth, lingering finish—welcoming as usucha or as an introductory koicha.
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How to Prepare
Matcha Latte
Combine matcha's natural sweetness and crisp green bite with the creamy texture of milk.
Step 1: Sift 3g (0.11 oz) of matcha (2 heaping tea ladles or 1.5 level teaspoons.)
Step 2: Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C (176°F), then pour 100 ml (2 oz) into tea bowl.
Step 3: Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Step 4: Add 100 ml (3.4 oz) of warmed or foamed milk into mug.
Usucha (thin tea)
The standard matcha whisking method, made to be a normal, liquid consistency.
Step 1: Sift 2g (0.07 oz) of matcha (1.5 heaped tea ladles or 1 level teaspoon.)
Step 2: Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C (176°F), then pour 60 ml (2 oz) into tea bowl.
Step 3: Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Koicha (thick tea)
Matcha made into a rich, thick paste by using less water and more matcha powder per serving.
Step 1: Sift 4 g (0.14 oz) of matcha (3 heaping tea ladles or 2 level teaspoons.)
Step 2: Cool boiling water to 80°C (176°F) in teacup, then pour 30 ml (1 oz) into bowl, just covering matcha powder.
Step 3: Whisk slowly for 15 seconds moving back and forth.
