Halo Ujihiraki Single-Origin
Halo Ujihiraki Single-Origin
Product Details
A rare Kyoto-native varietal whose name translates to "the light of Uji." Registered in 1959 and still uncommon outside Kyoto, Ujihikari produces a matcha with sophisticated umami, virtually no bitterness, and a distinctive note of cocoa that gives it an elegant, unexpected edge. This is the matcha for the moments that matter. Single origin. First harvest. Stone-milled to order.
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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