Nakamura Tokichi Ukishima no Shiro Matcha 30g（浮島の白）
A matcha selected by Urasenke Grand Master Tantansai.
Created for an easy, enjoyable bowl of matcha, it offers a light mouthfeel and refreshing character. Recommended for usucha, it is equally suited to quiet moments of whisking matcha at home, everyday drinks, cooking, and baking.
Product details
| Contents | 30g tin |
|---|---|
| Best before | 3 months unopened |
| Ingredients | Green tea (Japan) |
| Nutrition facts | Per 30g: Energy 97kcal; Protein 9.2g; Fat 1.6g; Carbohydrate 11.6g; Salt equivalent 0.005g. |
| Size | Box: 5.5 × 5.5 × 7.5 cm |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, humidity, and strong odors. |
Origin
Japan.
Recommended preparation
Best enjoyed as usucha (thin matcha). It is also suitable for cooking and baking.
How to prepare usucha
- Place 2 chashaku scoops (2 g) of matcha in a tea bowl.
- Add 70 ml of water at 80°C (176°F).
- Using a chasen (bamboo whisk), whisk thoroughly.
Preparation notes
- Add the matcha and hot water, then whisk (or knead) thoroughly with a chasen.
- Matcha can form clumps. Before adding hot water, sift the powder or gently loosen any clumps with a dry chasen.
Flavor characteristics
Flavor
A clean, refreshing matcha with light umami balanced by a moderate bitterness and astringency. When prepared as usucha, it offers a crisp finish and the distinctive flavor of matcha.
Aroma
Its refined matcha aroma unfolds gently, complementing the light palate and leaving a pleasant finish.
Characteristics
A matcha selected by Urasenke Grand Master Tantansai. Its flavor is especially suited to usucha, and it can be enjoyed for home tea preparation as well as in a wide range of cooking and baking applications.
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