Matcha Agata no shiro

Agata no Shiro – ceremonial quality matcha

Agata no Shiro is an elegant matcha that evokes the Uji tradition: with a silky, creamy texture, deep umami and a delicate honey-like sweetness. The sip is clean and smooth, the aftertaste lingers, and the bitterness is barely noticeable. The cup that makes everyday life festive – and has layers for even the most seasoned tea drinker.

Origin & processing

• Style: uji matcha (shaded tencha from stone mill grinding)
• Processing: 20+ days of shading → steaming → drying → petiole removal (tencha) → fine stone grinding (≤10 μm)
• Profile: round, creamy, restrained tartness; clean, “green” sweetness

Flavor profile

• Scent: fresh tea earth and pine pollen, white flowers, creamy tone
• Sip: silky umami, flower honey, white chocolate and fresh cream
• Finish: long, sweet, clean and coolly fresh
• Body: creamy, velvety, slightly oily feel

Preparation – recommendations

Tip: Sift the powder just before brewing, use soft water (TDS ~30–80 ppm), and preheated chawan . The temperature should be lower than for loose teas.

Usucha (soft, frothy matcha)

• Matcha/water: 2 g (approx. 2 chashaku) / 60–70 ml
• Water: 75–80 °C
• Method: sieve → make a thick paste with a little water → pour in → foam with Z/W movements for 15–20 seconds
• Result: dense, fine bubbly foam, round, sweet-umami sip

Koicha (thick, “spoon-sized” matcha)

• Matcha/water: 4 g / 35–45 ml
• Water: 70–75 °C
• Method: mix in slow, circular motions until creamy (without foaming)
• Result: deep, silky, very umami; minimal tartness

Matcha latte (silky, dessert-like)

• Matcha/water/milk: 2 g / 30 ml water + 150–180 ml milk/herbal drink
• Water/milk temperature: 70–75 °C (no need to boil)
• Method: mix the matcha with a little water until smooth, then pour over warmed (or frothed) milk
• Result: creamy, white chocolate-honey character; coffee-free “comfort cup”

Useful tips

• If it is too thick, add 5–10 ml of water; if it is too thin, increase the powder by 0.2–0.5 g.
• For lattes, choose a more natural, less sweet herbal drink to let the tea flavor shine through.

Storage

After opening, close tightly, protect from light and odors, and keep in a cool place. For longer storage, refrigeration is recommended (open at room temperature), enjoy freshness within 2–3 months.