New Harvest 2026

Name: New Harvest 2026
Brand: Ippodo
Price: 48 USD

Koicha (thick), sourced from Kyoto

SweetUmamiGrassyFruitySmoothRichAstringent

$48.00 (20g)

~$2.40 per gram

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Grade

Koicha (thick)

Region

Kyoto

Sourcing

Kyoto, Japan

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Tasting notes

Rich & Vibrant

Round, savory, and lively taste that is brothy, with slight vegetal sweetness and essentially no sharpness. Aroma exhibits green, bright, and even fruity characteristics, like cherry tomatoes. Finish delivers smoothness and refreshment without astringency, appealing to umami mavens and those averse to astringency.

Pricing as disclosed

20g — $48.00

Full details

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Listed Name: New Harvest Matcha 2026 (20g Can)
Price Usd: 48
Size: 20g can (0.7 oz)
Format: Loose powder in tin packaging, limited release
Package Dimensions: 2.1" x 2.1" x 2"
Packaging: Iconic tin featuring Ippodo tea pot and floral design
Color Description: the most radiant in Ippodo's offering, vivid bright green appearance
Brand Origin: family-run company established in Kyoto in 1717; blended and packaged in Japan by Ippodo Tea, Kyoto
Flavor Category: Rich & Vibrant
Tasting Notes: Round, savory, and lively taste that is brothy, with slight vegetal sweetness and essentially no sharpness. Aroma exhibits green, bright, and even fruity characteristics, like cherry tomatoes. Finish delivers smoothness and refreshment without astringency, appealing to umami mavens and those averse to astringency.
Serving Sizes: { "usucha": "2g (1 tsp)", "koicha": "4g (2 tsp)" }
Brewing Instructions: [ "Usucha (Classic): sift 2g matcha, add 60mL water at 80C (176F), whisk vigorously 15 seconds in 'M' pattern", "Iced Matcha: usucha steps + 1-2 ice cubes", "Iced Matcha Latte: sift 3g matcha, add 100mL water at 80C, whisk 15 seconds, pour over 100mL cold milk and ice" ]
Shelf Life: Consume quickly
Harvest Timing: Made from leaves picked and immediately ground without the typical months-long resting period, creating a fresh and fragrant character. Described as a limited release.
Comparative Notes: Page states this matcha is on par with Ummon, which, in contrast, offers more punchiness and maturity.
Customer Rating: 4.91 / 5 stars
Review Count: 46
Sample Reviews: [ "bright green, fresh and light matcha, with absolute best color", "smooth, lovely taste with mellow sweetness", "creamy and velvety texture with no astringent aftertaste", "refreshing without any hint of bitterness", "multiple reviewers noted it as their favorite Ippodo matcha" ]
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Availability Note: Described as a limited release with customer comments referencing limited stock concerns.
Certifications Awards: none disclosed
Cultivar: not disclosed
Region Farm: not disclosed beyond Kyoto blending/packaging
Ingredients: not explicitly listed (matcha powder)