Ishimoto Kawaguchiken - Asahi Ceremonial Grade Matcha
Asahi Ceremonial Grade Matcha by Ishimoto Kawaguchiken
Brisk • Light-Bodied • Versatile
Meet Asahi, a versatile Uji matcha from Ishimoto Kawaguchiken, a Japanese tea house based in Osaka. Traditionally stone-ground, it offers moderate umami with a more pronounced bitterness and a clean, light-bodied finish.
Origin & Character
- Region: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
- Producer: Ishimoto Kawaguchiken
- Tea style: Everyday usucha
- Made from: 100% Japanese tencha
- Milling: Traditionally stone-ground
- Flavour: Brisk bitterness, gentle umami and a light finish
- Best enjoyed: Usucha, matcha lattes or baking
A versatile everyday matcha
Asahi’s brighter bitterness holds its flavour well when paired with milk or sweetness. Enjoy it as an everyday bowl, whisk it into a latte or use it to bring an authentic Uji matcha flavour to desserts and baking.
Usucha (straight matcha)
- Sift 2 g (about 1 tsp).
- Add 60–70 ml water at 70–80°C.
- Whisk briskly in an M‑motion for 15–20 seconds until glossy and foamy.
- Sip as is, or top with a little hot water to taste.
Matcha Latte
- Sift 2–3 g matcha.
- Whisk with 30–40 ml hot water (70–80°C) to a smooth, thick concentrate.
- Add 150–200 ml hot or iced milk of choice. (Full‑cream and oat both shine.)
- Sweeten with honey, sugar or maple syrup to taste
Shipping
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Returns
If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase we offer returns for store credit within 30 days of delivery.
