Ippodo Tea - Sayaka Matcha (40g) - For Usucha, Koicha and Lattes - Rich & Smooth

Ippodo Tea: Over 300 Years of Japanese Tea Tradition

Established in 1717 in the heart of Kyoto, Ippodo Tea is a family-run Japanese tea company with a rich heritage spanning over three centuries. Our teas are carefully selected, blended, and crafted entirely within Japan, sourced from the mountains of Kyoto and the surrounding region renowned for producing the highest-grade green tea.

Ippodo's diverse tea offerings include:

Matcha: A vibrant green tea made by grinding shade-grown leaves into a fine powder, matcha is characterized by its rich aroma, mellow umami flavor, and vivid color. It is consumed by whisking the powder directly into hot water.

Gyokuro: This premium green tea exhibits a robust, sweet umami taste and a dew-like fragrance, with a thick, full-bodied character best savored in slow, mindful sipping.

Sencha: The quintessential Japanese green tea, sencha balances umami, sweetness, bitterness, and astringency, delivering a bright, fragrant brew perfect for any time of day.

Bancha: Light-bodied and refreshing, bancha teas offer a variety of aromatic profiles, making them an excellent everyday drinking tea.

For your first experience with Ippodo matcha, we recommend trying Sayaka (Horai). This accessible blend is rich and smooth, with a hint of astringency that satisfies both newcomers and matcha connoisseurs.

When preparing Ippodo matcha, we suggest sifting the powder before adding hot water to ensure a well-whisked, fragrant cup. Whisk vigorously for just 15 seconds, as prolonged whisking can result in bitterness. Experiment with different water temperatures and matcha-to-water ratios to find your perfect balance of flavor.

Matcha can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: as a traditional thin (usucha) or thick (koicha) preparation, or blended into a creamy matcha latte. Ippodo's tasting team, led by the company president, carefully monitors the consistency of all our blends to guarantee exceptional quality in every serving.

With a history rooted in Kyoto since 1717, Ippodo Tea continues to uphold the highest standards of Japanese green tea, providing tea enthusiasts around the world with an unparalleled taste of tradition and terroir. Explore our selection and discover your new favorite from Ippodo.

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