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Taste: Rich flavour, creamy texture with pea notes
Aroma: Freshly cut grass
Tea colour: Bright green grass
Ingredients: Green tea
Place of origin: Shizuoka, Japan
* Product appearance may slightly differ from the product photo.
€18.00 – €21.60
Naturally grown matcha tea from Master Osada-san’s Okumidori tea bush variety. This variety is the shrub of choice for matcha tea because of its intense green colour and flavour characteristics. Traditionally balanced artisan matcha tea has a mild creaminess and pea notes. At Yugen Tea Bar & Studio, we use this matcha to make matcha lattes and other matcha drinks. Master Osada-san’s matcha has a richer flavour than farmer Akky-san’s okumidori matcha.
Taste: Rich flavour, creamy texture with pea notes
Aroma: Freshly cut grass
Tea colour: Bright green grass
Ingredients: Green tea
Place of origin: Shizuoka, Japan
* Product appearance may slightly differ from the product photo.
The taste of tea in our cup is determined by the following factors:
Preparation method:
Various tea making techniques and methods are available according to individual needs. Yugen Tea is recommended to be prepared in a matchawan (bowl):
How to choose the right tea making utensils.
Tea quality: The quality of the tea leaves is not only determined by the final result of the artisan, but also by the suppliers and the conditions under which the tea is stored. Green Japanese tea is particularly sensitive to the environment, therefore, the recommended consumption time of this tea is quite short. To extend the expiration date, an unopened green tea package can be stored in a refrigerator. After opening the package, it is recommended to store the tea in a sun-proof package or airtight container in a cool place, as far away from moisture and odours as possible.
Water quality: Water makes up 99% of the contents of our cup of tea, so its quality is just as important as the tea itself. The most suitable water for the tea is soft and as close as possible to neutral pH, with a low mineral content (50-100 mg/l). Usually, tap water in Lithuania is heavy, therefore, for best possible results, you should choose filtered or spring water. During boiling, water loses oxygen, thus it is recommended to never boil the same water more than once.
The Osada family is one of Japan’s leaders in organic tea, not only nurturing their own tea fields, but also bringing together more than 30 organic tea farms in Shizuoka Prefecture for 30 years. The Osada family buys the farmer’s ‘aracha’ tea from their cultivated fields and small family farms. The tea from the different farms remains unmixed and is individually brewed to maintain its unique taste and the highest quality.
When asked what motivated him to set up an organic farm, he replied that it was his family’s and other farmers’ desire to drink natural tea, eat natural vegetables and drink unpolluted mountain river water. As the master himself says, being an organic farmer has led to a greater interest in and understanding of the tea plant, and this journey of discovery has allowed him to be more adventurous in experimenting and creating the best possible flavours.
Gerčiau kasdien! –
Right from the beginning of the preparation process, the tea reveals the most wonderful fresh, slightly sweet aroma. The foam is thick, easily whisked, and long-lasting. The taste of the tea is simply amazing! Although this matcha is not marketed as “ceremonial,” its quality is incomparably higher than the so-called “ceremonial” matcha sold in Lithuania.
The flavor is rich, dominated by green, “vegetal” notes, with a distinct sweetness typical of okumidori tea, which lingers impressively in the aftertaste. When prepared slightly stronger, a hint of bitterness is noticeable, but it doesn’t overpower; instead, it highlights other flavor nuances. The taste is full-bodied yet uncomplicated. I detect very little umami or “marine” notes in this tea, making it an excellent choice for newcomers unfamiliar with such tea characteristics.
As always, Yugen Tea and Osada-san did not disappoint. Once again, I received fresh, high-quality tea that I could enjoy daily. Thank you!
Anonymous –
Excellent matcha and an even better Yugen Tea team. Thank you for the recommendations and advice 🙏
Anonymous –
Amazing quality!!!