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Sayaka by Ippodo Tea
$60.00
This matcha offers a graceful taste with a moderate richness, enhanced by a slight bitterness reminiscent of spring vegetables. Each sip presents a complex and layered experience, perfect for those who appreciate subtle nuances in their tea.
About this item:
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An introduction to Ippodo matcha: Sayaka is a more light-hearted, smooth tea in the rich category. Its sweetness and umami are accompanied by a hint of bitterness.
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Kyoto Since 1717: Ippodo Tea has been run by the same family in Kyoto for over three centuries.
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Grown, processed, blended, and packaged entirely in Japan.
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40 gram size: around 20 standard servings of matcha.
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Recommendations: regular matcha (usucha) and thick matcha (koicha) drinks. Make with just water to experience Sayaka's full nuances.
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Tasting Notes
A refined taste with just the right amount of richness. Each sip includes complex flavours, such as the slight bitterness of spring vegetables.
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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.
