Ceremonial Matcha Hatsu-mukashi '初昔'| Ippodo Tea

With its fresh astringency and light presence, Hatsu is a good choice for simple everyday drinking, baking, lattes, and other uses.

Hatsu is the lightest character blend in our regular matcha lineup. Its taste is highlighted by astringency and a short aftertaste, and it has a refreshingly sharp personality when prepared straight as Usucha. With a soft green colour, it can also be a smart choice for people who enjoy using matcha in baking or in making lattes.

Detail
Contains: 40g

Artisan
Established in 1717, Ippodo Tea has a rich history of crafting premium teas. Originally named Omiya, the shop was renamed in 1846 by Prince Yamashina, who wanted to preserve its tradition of offering high-quality tea. Despite being destroyed by fire in 1864, Ippodo Tea rebuilt at its current location and transitioned from exporting tea to becoming a renowned retail shop. Ippodo Tea's tea, known as "Kyomeicha," is celebrated for its gentle aroma, refined sweetness, and mellow taste. Cultivated in the Kizugawa and Ujigawa river systems using the traditional "Uji method," their tea are carefully selected and blended to ensure consistent flavour. Visitors can also experience tea at Ippodo Tea’s tearoom, Kaboku, and learn the art of brewing through their classes.