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Yame
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Yame

ceremonial
single originOrganicCultivar: YabukitaNotes: Deep, Rich, UmamiRegion: Yame

A premium matcha from Yame's misty valleys, known for its deep umami character and rich, satisfying taste profile.

About the Cultivar

Yabukita (やぶきた)

Origin: Shizuoka, Japan

Developed: 1908 by Hikosaburō Sugiyama

"Developed in 1908 by Hikosaburō Sugiyama in Shizuoka Prefecture, Yabukita is the most widely cultivated tea cultivar in Japan, accounting for a vast majority of tea production. Its name comes from 'yabu' (bamboo grove) and 'kita' (north), as Sugiyama originally planted it north of a bamboo clearing. It was officially registered as Tea Agriculture and Forestry Registered Cultivar No. 6 in 1953. Its popularity stems from its hardiness, frost resistance, adaptability to various regions, high yield, and excellent, well-balanced flavor. "

Flavor Profile:

  • Classic green tea flavor
  • Well-balanced
  • Refreshing
  • Rich umami
  • Slightly Astringent

Aroma:

  • Warm
  • Long-lasting
  • Fresh

Appearance:

Bright green leaves; blueish-green liquor when brewed.

Best Suited For:

Sencha, Gyokuro, Matcha, Kamairicha, Steamed Tamaryokucha

Note:

Known as the backbone of Japan's tea industry. Covers over 70% of Japan's tea plantation area.

Recommended Brewing Methods

usucha

Perfect for ceremonial grade matcha

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latte

Perfect for ceremonial grade matcha

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Benefits

High L-Theanine content

Strong antioxidant properties

Traditional shading technique

Complex flavor development

Pricing

Retail Packages

20g

299

100g

1339

500g

5939

1kg

9900

Wholesale Information

Minimum Order: 5kg

Base Price: 7000฿/kg

Volume Discounts

5kg+

5% off

20kg+

10% off

50kg+

15% off

100kg+

20% off

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