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Matcha produced by IKKYU Tea
IKKYU Tea’s matcha collection represents the pinnacle of Japanese tea craftsmanship, with each variety carefully sourced from Kirishima in southern Kyushu and stone-milled in Uji using traditional granite mills. The company sources tencha (pre-matcha leaves) directly from a respected organic farm in Kirishima, selecting only the finest leaves from the first harvest to ensure optimal nutrient retention and exceptional flavor development.
Premium Matcha Collection
- AYAME Premium Matcha (40g) – A ceremonial-grade matcha featuring intense umami flavor and luxuriously creamy texture, perfectly balanced for traditional tea ceremonies. This aromatic premium matcha delivers an unforgettable full-bodied experience ideal for chanoyu (tea ceremony) practice.
- ITARU Competition Matcha (20g, €62.00) – An exceptional competition-grade matcha prized for its extraordinary sweetness and captivating fragrance. This rare matcha offers rich umami depth with high levels of caffeine and theanine, making it a true sensory delight for connoisseurs.
- TSUYOSHI Premium Matcha (20g, €57.00) – An outstanding premium matcha packed with caffeine and theanine for maximum focus and energy. This organic-certified variety presents a sweet and fragrant profile with a sophisticated touch of bitterness, perfect for daily ceremonial use.
- MIZUHO Premium Sencha & Matcha Blend (50g, from €15.00) – A refreshing organic blend combining premium sencha from the first harvest with organic matcha. This vibrant summer beverage offers harmonious flavor balance and brilliant green color, ideal for both hot and cold preparation.
Quality Grades and Characteristics
IKKYU’s matcha varieties span three distinct quality levels: Ceremonial Grade features the highest quality with vibrant green color and smooth texture from the youngest tea leaves; Premium Grade offers balanced flavor with carefully selected first harvest leaves; and Competition Grade represents exceptional sweetness and umami richness crafted through expert artisanship. Each grade undergoes the traditional granite stone milling process in Uji, ensuring optimal texture, creaminess, and full aroma development.
The company’s commitment to quality extends to their shading techniques, which elevate L-theanine and antioxidant concentrations in the leaves, resulting in matcha with uniquely smooth flavor profiles and enhanced nutritional benefits. Learn more about IKKYU’s matcha sourcing.
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History of IKKYU Tea
IKKYU Tea’s story begins in the verdant landscapes of Kyushu, Japan, a region celebrated for its rich tea-growing heritage spanning over five centuries. During the Edo period (17th century), Lord Omura’s strategic organization of tea cultivation laid the groundwork for Kyushu’s prominence in the tea world.
The company draws inspiration from Oura Kei, a visionary female merchant from Nagasaki in the mid-19th century, whose pioneering efforts in exporting tea connected Kyushu’s hidden treasures to the global stage. Today, IKKYU Tea carries this torch, delivering the highest quality Japanese tea to discerning palates worldwide while championing local tea producers.
Partnerships with Master Artisans
IKKYU’s dedication extends to Yame, a mountainous region in Fukuoka, where they collaborate with passionate artisans like Harashima san, renowned for his organic koucha (Japanese black tea), and Takaki san, a forward-thinking voice among Yame’s young tea innovators. In 2008, Harashima san transitioned to organic and EU-compliant farming, while Irie san pioneered organic tea production, cultivating 100% chemical- and pesticide-free green tea.
Premium Sourcing and Production
IKKYU sources its tencha (matcha) from a respected organic tencha farm in Kirishima, nestled in southern Kyushu. The company selects only the finest leaves from the first harvest, which are specially milled using time-honored granite stone mills in Uji, a region synonymous with matcha excellence. This meticulous milling process ensures optimal retention of nutrients as well as excellent texture, creaminess, and the development of the matcha’s full aroma.
Located in Fukuoka right next to their tea producers, IKKYU connects tea lovers from around the world with the people who devoted their life to making the best Japanese green tea. The company works with producers in Yame who harvest tea leaves at elevations ranging from 500 to 650 meters, contributing to the tea’s distinctive flavor profile.
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