First-Harvest Organic Japanese Matcha Tea

First-Harvest Organic Japanese Matcha Tea

$28.00 USD
$28.00 USD
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First-Harvest Organic Japanese Matcha Tea
First-Harvest Organic Japanese Matcha Tea

First-Harvest Organic Japanese Matcha Tea

$28.00 USD
$28.00 USD
Product Details

Balanced umami, gentle bitterness, pleasant mouthfeel, harmonious

The conscious choice to pause, prepare, and be present. This JAS-certified Organic matcha, grown in Japan's southernmost tea region, blends Saemidori, Yabukita, and Okumidori leaves using traditional methods to create a harmonious profile with balanced umami and gentle bitterness. Freshness is achieved by processing it in Kyoto, right before being shipped. 100% organic. First harvest ideal for authentic matcha moments. A mindful start.

 

Just arrived from Kyoto!
Brewing Tips

First...

  • Take a deep breath. Exhale slowly.
  • Soak your chasen (whisk) for 30 seconds
  • Clean and wipe dry your bowl


Here are two ways to enjoy your Halo.

Thick tea (Koicha):

  • 4g (0.14oz) matcha
  • 40ml water at 80℃ (176℉)

Thin tea (Usucha):

  • 2g (0.07oz) matcha
  • 60ml water at 80℃ (176℉)

Basic Process:

  • Sift the measured amount of matcha into the bowl (4g for Koicha and 2g for Usucha)
  • First add a small amount of water (5 to 10 ml or 1-2 tsp) and whisk away until you have a smooth, rich mixture
  • Then add hot water according to the quantities and temperatures shown above
  • Continue whisking. Slow at first, increasing to a 'whipping' speed. Moving the chasen in a Z pattern helps reaching the perfect consistency (think soft ice cream for Koicha and a bubble-free creamy top for Usucha)

Enjoy your time making it as much as you will enjoy drinking it!
Packaging

Inside a classy, screw-top matte white metal tin, you'll find our recyclable 30 gram pouches, which will keep your Halo matcha dry and protected from UV rays, helping keeping its aroma and flavor.
Nutritional Profile

Naturally found in freshly-ground matcha:

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A (beta-carotene)
  • Vitamin C (higher in cold-shaken drinks)
  • Vitamin K

Minerals

  • Potassium
  • Calcium
  • Phosphorus
  • Magnesium
  • Iron
  • Zinc

  • Theanine
    (inhibitor of stress-inducing hormones)
  • Catechins
    (antioxidant-rich polyphenol)
  • Caffeine
    (slow-release, 60mg in a cup)
  • plus Dietary Fiber

Reference: Japan Food Standard Composition Table