Chakouan

#0904.S1 Chakouan: Ureshino Kamairi Tea Leaf Matcha Standard Barista Grade 嬉野産釜炒り抹茶 (H1545)

Sourced from Chakouan in Ureshino, Saga Prefecture, this distinctive matcha departs from tradition by using pan-roasted kamairicha leaves rather than steamed tea, then grinding them into fine powder with a stone mill. The result is a bold, espresso-like matcha that delivers creamy body with nutty aromatics, assertive bitterness, and low astringency, making it an excellent choice for matcha lattes and other culinary applications. A subtle sweetness emerges in the aftertaste, rounding out the roasted, slightly bitter profile that sets this barista-grade powder apart from conventional ceremonial matcha.