Classical thin tea (Usucha) with the name of Ise Shrine’s river called ‘Fifty Bells’
Origin | Kyoto Pref. JAPAN |
Ingredients | Matcha |
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Pack Quantity | 100G/Can |
About This Matcha :
Hokoen
is a tea wholesaler of Ujicha tea. It was founded in Nagaike, Joyo City in Kyoto about 150 years ago. It is a wholesaler but operates retail outlets as well. There is a large selection of different kinds of tea, ranging from thin tea(usucha) to thick tea (koicha).
Entry grade tea for making usucha (thin tea) that is well-liked among matcha beginners
Jurei is our recommended entry-level, slightly tart Hokoen usucha tea. It can be consumed straight, prepared in the traditional manner or in various matcha-based styles. This is our best-value tea, offering all the positive benefits of rewardingly ground green tea.
The meaning of Jurei “寿令” :
「寿」(“ju”) is a character that often carries meanings of long life and longevity, while「令」(“rei”) is a character associated with respectability, goodness, and honorific titles as well. Taken all together, this tea’s name is filled with feelings of respect for others and of wishes for long, healthy lives.
HOW TO PREPARE
STEP 1) Put 2g (0.4 US tsp, 1 teaspoon or 2 chashaku scoop) matcha powder into a suitable tea bowl.
STEP 2) Pour 70 ml (2.4 fl oz) 80℃ (176°F) water over the matcha powder.
STEP 3) Whisk with a chasen (tea whisk) until foamy.
❖ Before Step 1, Warm your tea bowl. (Optional) Pour hot water in it, then discard all the water and wipe the bowl dry with a cloth. During whisking a cold tea bowl might cool the water down too quickly, which could turn the matcha bitter.
❖ Sift your matcha powder. (Strongly recommended) Matcha clots easily in hot water. To prevent this, sift the powder through a fine strainer.
❖ When your matcha is ready, drink it immediately, because as it cools down it might turn bitter. (Recommended)
❖ Matcha is best fresh. Consume it within a month after opening. (Strongly recommended)
EXTRA TIP
❖ Try iced matcha: pour the prepared matcha over ice.
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