Kanaya Midori
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Single origin from Kagoshima
Single cultivar variety
Aromatic, Floral, Creamy
Discover 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. It was officially registered as Tea Cultivar No. 30 in 1970. Its name is derived from the former Kanaya town in Shizuoka, a notable tea-producing region. This cultivar is particularly famous for producing sencha with a characteristic milky aroma and flavor."
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.
Best Suited For:
Sencha, Matcha
Note:
The harvest time for Kanaya Midori is typically about four days after Yabukita. While its leaves are somewhat smaller than Yabukita, it boasts a higher yield.
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