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Kuon by Ippodo Tea
$65.00
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Kuon is a high-class ceremonial-grade matcha from Ippodo Tea, celebrated for its vivid emerald color, soaring fragrance, and elegantly crisp aftertaste. It delivers a clean yet flourishing umami—like the finish of a fine white wine—making every sip feel fresh and invigorating.
About this item:
- Vivid & Elegant: Striking green hue with a fragrant, refined aroma and a long, clean finish.
- Morning Invigorator: Its fresh, crisp umami offers a bright start to the day—revitalizing both body and spirit.
- Top-tier Blend: Positioned just below Ippodo’s highest-grade Kanza, crafted for richness and depth.
- Kyoto Tradition: Stone-ground and blended in Uji using rare shaded tea buds for superior smoothness and balance.
- 20 g Can: Elegant tin, ideal for gifting or treating yourself to a sublime daily matcha ritual.
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Tasting Notes
Bringing out the best of carefully selected tea leaves, Kuon matcha achieves a beautiful balance, with outstanding vivid green colour and rich flavour, aftertaste, and fragrance.
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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.
