AOI Seicha

(Limited stock) #0156.AX AOI Seicha: Nishio Matcha - Tenkei, Ceremonial Heritage Grade Koicha (30g) Heritage Matcha 御濃茶、天慶

Sourced from Nishio in Aichi Prefecture, this ceremonial-grade matcha from AOI Seicha represents the pinnacle of Japanese tea craftsmanship, blended from award-winning tencha leaves that have earned gold medals in prestigious industry competitions. Ground fresh upon order to preserve its vibrant character, Tenkei—meaning "the joy of heaven"—is specifically formulated for koicha preparation and delivers an exceptional depth of umami with a rich, layered complexity. The leaves undergo four weeks of shade cultivation before spring harvest, developing notes of deep forest greenness, sweet vegetal undertones, and a velvety finish that matcha sommeliers rate 5/5 for umami, aroma, and richness. This is a limited offering available primarily through Japan, though it may also be sourced through AOI Tea's North American subsidiary.