Koicha Soumei no Mukashi

Special tea blend made to commemorate Sen no Rikyū from Kanbayashi Shunsho

A matcha blend commemorating the 400th anniversary of Sen no Rikyū, the most impactful influencer of chanoyu.

This tea is favored by Hōunsai, the 15th-generation grand tea master of Urasenke.

Recommended for making thick tea (koicha).

This tea stands out as a koicha. It is rich in full-bodied umami and vanilla custard notes which are intertwined with the deep verdant note of spinach and spiced up with a hint of walnut.

As a thin tea (usucha), it is soft and light with the persistent presence of vanilla aromas with sweet nectary aftertaste.

(!) Note for Businesses: The manufacturer, Kanbayashi Shunsho does not allow the reselling of their products. They are only available directly to consumers. Thank you for your understanding!

Please note, that Sazen Tea does not keep this product in stock. We get all matcha and tea powder fresh from the factories only after an order is placed for it on our website, and this process can take a few days. Thank you for your patience!

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Item code: MKS021

Maker: Kanbayashi Shunsho

Origin: Kyoto Pref., JAPAN

Ingredients: green tea powder

Best before: MAY / 2025

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How to prepare

HOW TO PREPARE

As Koicha:
STEP 1) Put 4g (0.8 US tsp, 2 teaspoon or 4 chashaku scoop) matcha powder into a suitable tea bowl.
STEP 2) Pour 30 ml (1 fl oz) 85℃ (185°F) water over the matcha powder.
STEP 3) Gently mix with a chasen (tea whisk) until creamy.

As Usucha:
STEP 1) Put 2g (0.4 US tsp, 1 teaspoon or 2 chashaku scoop) matcha powder into a suitable tea bowl.
STEP 2) Pour 75 ml (2.4 fl oz) 85℃ (185°F) water over the matcha powder.
STEP 3) Whisk with a chasen (tea whisk) until foamy.

❖ Before Step 1, warm up the tea bowl with hot water, then dry it with a cloth to create the perfect temperature so make the most delicious matcha with a fresh scent while preparing. (Optional)
❖ To prevent clotting of the matcha powder, sift it through a fine strainer before use. (Strongly recommended)
❖ After the matcha is done, drink it immediately, because as it cools down it gets more and more bitter. (Recommended)
❖ Freshness is the most important thing for the enjoyment of Matcha. It is best to use up the tea within one month of opening. (Strongly recommended)

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