Seren Matcha - Hikari Ceremonial Matcha (First Harvest)
Hikari Ceremonial Grade Matcha by Seren
Balanced • Umami • Floral
Meet Hikari, our expressive ceremonial blend from Uji, Kyoto - crafted for those who enjoy depth and intensity in their daily ritual. Hand-picked in the first harvest, carefully shade-grown for over 20 days, and stone-milled slow, Hikari delivers rich umami layered with fresh green pea sweetness, balanced by gentle bitterness and a clean, lingering finish. Powerful enjoyed traditionally, yet beautifully suited to milk.
Meet Hikari, our expressive ceremonial blend from Uji, Kyoto — crafted for those who enjoy depth and intensity in their daily ritual. Hand-picked in the first harvest, carefully shade-grown, and stone-milled slow,
Origin & Process
- Region: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
- Harvest: First flush (shincha season)
- Cultivars: Okumidori & Yabukita
- Shading: 20 days under traditional coverings
- Picked: Hand‑picked, hand‑sorted
- Milling: Granite stone‑milled at low speed to protect aroma
Crafted with respect
Hikari showcases the brighter, more focused side of Japanese matcha craftsmanship. Sourced from small Uji producers and finished with meticulous care, it’s a bold yet refined matcha - designed for clarity, presence, and moments that call for a little more intensity.
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
Orders can take 1-2 business days to process. As soon as your package has left our warehouse, you will receive a confirmation by email.
Returns
If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase we offer returns for store credit within 30 days of delivery.
