Chitose - Yame Matcha

Name: Chitose - Yame Matcha
Brand: Tezumi
Price: 32.4 USD

Koicha (thick), sourced from Yame

SweetUmamiNuttyBitterAstringent

$32.40 (20g)

~$1.62 per gram

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Grade

Koicha (thick)

Region

Yame

Sourcing

Yame, Japan

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Tasting notes

"Signature nutty aroma" characteristic of Yame matcha with "a round and balanced body with a gentle sweetness and lasting finish"; Sweetness, Umami, Aroma, Astringency, Bitterness shown as relative scales

Pricing as disclosed

20g — $32.40

Full details

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Price: Sale price $32.40, regular price $36.00
Size: 20g Can
Producer: Kogacha
Region: Yame, Fukuoka
Cultivar: Blend (specific cultivars not named)
Harvest: May 2025
Flavor Profile: "Signature nutty aroma" characteristic of Yame matcha with "a round and balanced body with a gentle sweetness and lasting finish"; Sweetness, Umami, Aroma, Astringency, Bitterness shown as relative scales
Recommended Uses: Baking, Latte, Usucha (thin tea), Koicha (thick tea); usucha highlighted as most concentrated recommended preparation
Brewing Usucha: Heat water to 70°C, add 70ml water to 2g sifted matcha (2 scoops), whisk briskly for ~20 seconds
Brewing Hot Latte: Mix 4g matcha with 40ml water at 70°C, add 180ml steamed milk
Brewing Iced Latte: Prepare matcha base (4g + 40ml at 70°C), pour over ice with 180ml milk in 10-12oz glass
Review Rating: 5 stars, 8 reviews
Producer Background: Kogacha founded 1938; headed by Koga Satoko (Nihoncha Advisor and Urasenke tea ceremony associate professor); blending led by 7th-dan chashi Koga Kazuhiro
Regional Information: Yame specializes in shaded teas, particularly gyokuro and matcha, and "usually" wins Japan's annual best gyokuro award; known for traditional "Yame Dento Hon Gyokuro" designation; strong finishing imparts "a nutty aroma"

Research notes

Regional award claim ("usually wins Japan's annual best gyokuro award") is a general regional claim, not a specific award for this product. No certifications, ingredients, shelf life, or packaging details disclosed.