Koicha (thick)Koicha Matsukazemukashi
Koicha (thick), sourced from Kyoto
NuttyCreamySmoothRichDelicate
From $11.88 (20g)
~$0.59 per gram
Grade
Koicha (thick)
Region
Kyoto
Sourcing
Kyoto, Japan
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pleasantly full-bodied with a light toasty-nutty flavor and a hint of astringency; as usucha: smooth, light, and pleasantly full-bodied with a creamy, slightly nutty finish
Pricing as disclosed
20g — $11.88
20g — $12.96
40g — $22.68
40g — $23.76
100g — $55.08
200g — $107.46
Full details
Everything disclosed on the product page (13 fields)▾
- Retailer
- Sazen Tea
- Item Code
- MKS007
- Maker
- Kanbayashi Shunsho
- Origin
- Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
- Grade
- Ceremonial Grade (Koicha) - described elsewhere on the brand's site as an 'entry-level' matcha within the Kanbayashi koicha portfolio
- Ingredients
- green tea powder
- Best Before
- DEC/2026
- Pricing Sizes
- { "20g Branded BOX": "$11.88", "20g Branded CAN": "$12.96", "40g Branded BOX": "$22.68", "40g Branded CAN": "$23.76", "100g Branded CAN": "$55.08", "200g Branded CAN": "$107.46" }
- Tasting Notes
- pleasantly full-bodied with a light toasty-nutty flavor and a hint of astringency; as usucha: smooth, light, and pleasantly full-bodied with a creamy, slightly nutty finish
- Brewing Instructions
- { "usucha": "1.5-2g matcha (~1/2 tsp or 2 chashaku), 70ml water at 80C (176F), whisk vigorously until frothy", "koicha": "3.5-4g matcha (~1 tsp or 4 chashaku) into a tea bowl, pour 30ml of 85C water over it [note: this page's koicha water temp given as 85C, differing from the 80C used on every other product page in this set], gently mix with a chasen until creamy", "general_tips": "warm bowl first; sift powder to prevent clumping; consume within one month after opening; drink immediately after preparation" }
- Reviews
- { "rating": "4.8 out of 5 stars", "count": 8, "sample_quotes": "reviewers praised its mild character and suitability for lattes and beginners; one reviewer: 'Super mild and non-umami matcha. Very smooth and perfect for those who don't like the astringency.'" }
- Reseller Restriction
- Manufacturer does not allow reselling; only available directly to consumers
- Shipping
- Within 9 business days estimated; worldwide delivery available
Research notes
Lowest-priced item in the 13-product set, consistent with retailer's framing as the 'entry-level' koicha grade. Both CAN and BOX packaging are priced differently for the same size here (CAN slightly more expensive than BOX), unlike some other products in the set where CAN and BOX were priced identically.
