Matcha Shichimei no Mukashi

Shichimei no Mukashi - Horii Shichimeien, Uji

Shichimei no Mukashi is a refined, ceremonial-quality uji matcha: silky, creamy in the mouth, pure sweetness and long-lasting umami. Horii Shichimeien has been making traditional matcha teas for generations.

Origin & producer

Japan, Kyoto Prefecture, Uji. Horii Shichimeien selects from historic Uji tea gardens, using traditional processing and modern quality control to ensure consistent, high standards.

Processing

Shaded cultivation → picking → steaming → drying ( tencha ) → gentle, slow stone-milling (matcha). Shade enhances umami and natural sweetness, while stone-milling preserves the silky fineness of the powder.

Flavor profile

• Aroma: fresh, green, delicately marine (nori), with soft creamy tones.
• Taste: round and creamy; sweet umami, slight nutty/chestnut notes, minimal tartness.
• Aftertaste: clean, long, velvety sensation.
• Body: fine, foamy in usucha; dense, shiny, creamy in koicha.

Preparation

Usucha (thin tea): sieve ~2 g matcha (1.5–2 cups), add 60–80 ml of water at ~70–75 °C. First, slowly whisk, then froth with a quick “W” motion for 15–20 seconds.

Koicha (thick tea): sieve 3–4 g of matcha, add 20–30 ml of water, ~80–85 °C. Instead of frothing, slowly “knead” until creamy; the goal is a thick, varnish-like, foam-free texture.

Who do we recommend it to?

• Those looking for a soft, harmonious, bitterness-free matcha for everyday ceremonial consumption.
• For those who want to try both the usucha and koicha styles with the same item.

Storage

After opening, close tightly. Store in a cool, dark place (refrigerate in summer). Allow to warm to room temperature before use to prevent condensation.

Ingredients

100% ground green tea ( Camellia sinensis ), without additives.