Uji Hikari Matcha, Uji Hikari Cultivar, Ceremonial Grade, 40 gram bag

Pinnacle Uji Hikari Matcha: A Masterpiece from Uji, Kyoto

Experience the unparalleled flavor of our 2024 Pinnacle Uji Hikari Matcha, a testament to generations of artistry in Japan's most revered tea region. Cultivated in the heart of Uji, Kyoto, this exceptional matcha represents the peak of Japanese tea craftsmanship. This is not your average matcha; this is an umami bomb with unparalleled depth of flavor, a creamy body, and a velvety smooth finish.

Why Choose Our Uji Hikari Matcha?

• Award-Winning Heritage: Crafted with the knowledge and expertise passed down through generations of tea masters in Uji, this exceptional matcha embodies the region's rich tea-making tradition. Known for its exceptional L-theanine and amino acid content, Uji matcha has garnered countless accolades.

• Unrivaled Flavor Profile: Prepare to be captivated. The aroma hints at warm, malted milk, sweet almond brittle, and delicate floral notes of parma violets and watermelon. The taste is a symphony of salty-sweet peanut butter, creamy soy milk, and a whisper of fruitiness, reminiscent of cashew butter. Experience a rich, voluptuous mouthfeel, far removed from the harshness of lesser matcha.

• Meticulous Cultivation: Grown in Uji's nutrient-rich red clay soil using traditional shading techniques and organic fertilizers, these hand-picked first flush (shincha) leaves embody the purest essence of Uji terroir.

• Masterful Processing: Steamed, dried in a traditional tencha oven, and meticulously refined to remove stems and veins before being stone-ground to perfection, this matcha preserves its maximum flavor and nutritional integrity.

• Perfect for Usucha and Koicha: Enjoy this immaculate matcha prepared in your preferred style, whether a frothy usucha or a rich, luxurious koicha.

• Exceptional Quality & Freshness: Packaged in a double-sealed can with an inner bag to ensure optimal freshness and quality. A wooden gift box option is also available.

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: Warm malted milk, sweet almond brittle, parma violets, watermelon, mountain air.

• Flavor: Salty-sweet peanut butter, creamy soy milk, whipped cream, a touch of fruit, cashew butter.

• Texture: Soft, thick, unctuous, creamy, velvety.

• Mouthfeel: Rich, voluptuous, satisfying.

Cultivar: Uji Hikari (宇治ひかり) This rare and prized cultivar, meaning “the light of Uji,” is known for its distinctive wavy leaves and exceptional flavor profile. Experience the unique creamy sophistication and bright taste that sets Uji Hikari apart.

Brewing Instructions: Warm your chawan, add 2g (1tsp) matcha, and whisk with 60ml (2oz) of 70°C (158°F) water.

Ingredients: 100% Pure Green Tea (Uji Hikari Cultivar)

Net Weight: 40g

Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan

Experience the pinnacle of matcha. Order your Uji Hikari Matcha today!