Kuri

Description

This matcha offers a calm, balanced profile combining soft astringency and natural sweetness. Paired with a gentle floral aftertaste, its lush green tone and creamy smooth foam further enhance the matcha experience. Perfect for creamy lattes or simple desserts.

Nurtured by local farmers and artisans who take pride in every step, our KURI matcha reflects the thoughtful craft and quiet beauty of Shimane’s tea tradition.

The Okumidori Cultivar (奥みどり)

Okumidori is a rare and highly regarded Japanese tea cultivar, cherished for its deep emerald green tone, refined umami, and naturally smooth, low-astringency profile. It offers a balanced taste with soft sweetness, and whisks into a fine, creamy foam. The presentation and taste of Okumidori make it especially suited for tea ceremonies and high-grade matcha, whether enjoyed as usucha or koicha.

Cultivating Okumidori demands precise climate and shading control to develop its signature color and flavor. Its late-maturing shoots are especially vulnerable to late spring frosts, making the harvest more delicate and dependent on skilled hands. With only around 5% of Japan’s total tea cultivation dedicated to this cultivar, Okumidori remains highly sought-after among premium tea producers and matcha connoisseurs.

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