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Horii Shichimeien - Matcha Agata no Shiro 30g

Horii Shichimeien - Matcha Agata no Shiro 30g

£45.00 GBP
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Background & Origin

Horii Shichimeien, founded in 1879 in Uji, Kyoto, is one of Japan’s most prestigious tea producers, famous for cultivating the last of Uji’s original seven tea gardens, Oku no Yama, tended for over 600 years. Today, under sixth-generation owner Chotaro Horii, it remains a guardian of Uji’s tea heritage, blending history, innovation, and craftsmanship.

Flavor Profile

  • Aroma: Fresh, sweet, and slightly floral with marine undertones.

  • Taste: Rich umami balanced by gentle bitterness, rounded sweetness, and a long, satisfying aftertaste.

  • Texture: Fine, velvety powder that whisks easily into a smooth froth.

How to Prepare

Sift 1–2 tsp of matcha into a bowl. Add 60–80 ml of hot water (80°C). Whisk in a zigzag motion until frothy. Enjoy it straight or add milk for a creamy matcha latte.

Tasting Notes

This single-origin matcha from the historic Okunoyama garden delivers a deep, elegant umami with a creamy, full-bodied texture. Its flavor is smooth and well-rounded, featuring soft vegetal notes, subtle sweetness, and a pleasant, refined bitterness.

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