Koi fish are known for their graceful resilience. Matcha mirrors that energy — smooth, steady, enduring
Matcha Shiro 白 Ceremonial First Harvest
Meet Shiro: Pure, Single-Cultivar Yabukita Matcha
The Profile
Crafted entirely from 100% Yabukita tea leaves, Shiro celebrates the foundational benchmark of modern Japanese matcha. Grown from a single cultivar, it captures an authentic, unblended expression of classic tea craftsmanship crisp, rich, and deeply refreshing.
Flavor & Notes
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First Impression: A vibrant emerald pour with a clean, uplifting aroma.
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Tasting Notes: Rich umami balanced by a gentle, classic astringency and a smooth, vegetal finish.
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Best Enjoyed As: Traditional usucha (thin tea) or a high-grade iced matcha latte.
Why Shiro? While our signature Kiyo brings together a harmony of varieties for a balanced blend, Shiro shines a spotlight on a single star: 100% Yabukita. Unblended and uncompromised, it reveals the pure, unmasked character of Japan's most celebrated tea plant, delivering an authentic taste of the leaf in its truest form.
FRESH
Deep Umami
Rich in anti-oxidants
Smooth