Manpu no Mukashi

Name: Manpu no Mukashi
Brand: Gion Tsujiri
Price: 34 USD

Koicha (thick), sourced from Uji

Rich

$34.00 (40g)

~$0.85 per gram

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Grade

Koicha (thick)

Region

Uji

Sourcing

Uji, Japan

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Tasting notes

Only broadly described as having a 'rich and deep flavour' - no further specific tasting descriptors given

Pricing as disclosed

40g — $34.00

Full details

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Price: $33.00 USD (regular price)
Size: 40g
Availability: Sold out
Format: Matcha powder
Naming Origin: Specially named by Grand Master Hounsai of the Urasenke tea school
Recommended Preparation: Ideally suited for koicha (thick tea) for a 'rich and deep flavour,' but also usable for usucha (thin tea)
Production Method: Ground using traditional stone mills at a slow, steady pace; this traditional method yields only 40 grams of matcha per hour, preserving vibrant deep green color and aromatic fragrance
Region: Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan (Uji matcha)
Brand History: Gion Tsujiri founded in 1860 (Man'en 1) by first-generation Tsujiriemon in Uji, Yamashiro Province; later established its base in Kyoto's Gion district
Tasting Notes: Only broadly described as having a 'rich and deep flavour' - no further specific tasting descriptors given

Research notes

This product was not found in the ujichamatcha.com collection listing of 18 Gion Tsujiri products (which does list a similarly-named 'Manpu no Shiro' as a separate product) - shizukaliving.com was the most detailed page located specifically for Manpu no Mukashi. No certifications, specific cultivar, harvest timing, awards, shelf life, ingredients list, or reviews were disclosed on this page.