Kanaya Midori
ceremonialDiscover the unique character of Kanaya Midori, a rare cultivar prized for its distinctive floral and creamy aroma. This single-origin matcha from Kagoshima offers a smooth, mellow, and unforgettable taste, perfect for usucha or an elevated, aromatic latte.
About the Cultivar
Kanaya Midori (かなやみどり)
Origin: Shizuoka, Japan
Developed: 1970 (registered)
"Kanaya Midori is a cross between the renowned Yabukita cultivar and Shizuoka Zairai number 16, developed in 1949. [2, 18] It was officially registered as Tea Cultivar No. 30 in 1970. [2] Its name is derived from the former Kanaya town in Shizuoka, a notable tea-producing region. [2, 18] This cultivar is particularly famous for producing sencha with a characteristic milky aroma and flavor. [2, 15, 25]"
Flavor Profile:
- Milky
- Sweet
- Porridge oats
- Celery salt
- Avocado
- Lemon balm
- Balanced astringency and umami
Aroma:
- Milky aroma
- Fresh
- Invigorating
- Conifers
Appearance:
Dark, lustrous, glossy twisted leaves. [2]
Best Suited For:
Sencha, Matcha
Note:
The harvest time for Kanaya Midori is typically about four days after Yabukita. [2] While its leaves are somewhat smaller than Yabukita, it boasts a higher yield. [2]
Recommended Brewing Methods
Benefits
Unique floral and milky aroma
Exceptionally smooth and mellow
Low bitterness
A memorable and distinct matcha experience
Pricing
Retail Packages
20g
฿ 689
100g
฿ 3109
500g
฿ 13799
1kg
฿ 23000
Wholesale Information
Minimum Order: 5kg
Base Price: 23000฿/kg
Volume Discounts
5kg+
5% off
20kg+
10% off
50kg+
15% off
100kg+
20% off