Sho no Mukashi

Name: Sho no Mukashi
Brand: Nakamura Tokichi
Price: 30 USD

Koicha (thick), sourced from Uji

SweetUmamiDelicateBitterAstringent

$30.00 (30g)

~$1.00 per gram

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Grade

Koicha (thick)

Region

Uji

Sourcing

Uji, Japan

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Tasting notes

Soft, rounded umami and gentle sweetness with subtle bitterness and a clean, refreshing finish; scale charts show moderate umami, moderate bitterness/astringency, moderate sweetness

Pricing as disclosed

30g — $30.00

Full details

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Price: JPY 3,658 (regular price)
Stock Status: Out of stock (at time of check)
Size: 30g can
Container Dimensions: 2.7 in H x 2.3 in diameter (6.8 x 5.9 cm)
Net Weight: 1.06 oz (30g)
Gross Weight: 2.68 oz (76g)
Expiration Date: 2 months from purchase
Storage: Avoid high temperature and high humidity
Ingredients: Green tea (Japan)
Allergens: None listed
Nutrition Per 30g Can: { "calories": "71 kcal", "protein": "8.9g", "fat": "1.6g", "carbohydrates": "11.9g", "salt_equivalent": "0g" }
Grade Tier: Tea name bestowed according to the Okonomi (personal preference/choice) of Hounsai Sosho of Urasenke - a traditional tea school naming honor; suitable for both usucha (thin tea) and koicha (thick tea)
Origin: Japan; no specific cultivar disclosed on page
Tasting Notes: Soft, rounded umami and gentle sweetness with subtle bitterness and a clean, refreshing finish; scale charts show moderate umami, moderate bitterness/astringency, moderate sweetness
Usage From Reviews: Customer reviews mention use in iced matcha lattes
Certifications Awards: None disclosed on page
Customer Reviews: { "total_reviews": 165, "five_star_pct": "89% (147 reviews)", "four_star_pct": "5% (8 reviews)", "three_star_pct": "4% (6 reviews)", "two_star_pct": "1% (1 review)", "one_star_pct": "2% (3 reviews)" }