Iyemon Matcha Sencha Loose Leaf Tea (100g)

A traditional Japanese green tea by Ujinotsuyu, part of Kyoto’s renowned Fukujuen tea house. This carefully crafted blend combines refreshing Japanese sencha leaves with finely powdered Uji matcha, creating a vibrant green tea with a delicate balance of natural sweetness, rich umami and gentle astringency. Its fresh, clean aroma and smooth, well-rounded flavour offer an authentic Japanese tea experience.

How to use

Hot (teapot): Use hot water at about 90°C, which is boiled water left to cool slightly, or straight from a hot water pot. For 2 servings, use about 4-5 g of tea (a little less than 1 tablespoon) and about 200 ml of water. Steep for about 20 seconds, then pour without waiting. When filling two cups, pour a little into one, then a little into the other, and keep alternating so the strength is even. Drain the last drop from the teapot so the second infusion doesn’t turn bitter.

Second infusion: Pour in hotter water than the first time and serve right away, without waiting. With most of the matcha gone after the first cup, the sencha’s refreshing astringency and fresh leaf flavor come through.

Cold brew: Cold water keeps the catechins (the compounds that cause bitterness) down and brings out the sweetness and umami. Add 10-15 g of tea (about 2 tablespoons) to 1 liter of cold water in a pitcher and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. Shake or stir just before serving to redistribute the matcha that settles at the bottom.