SHINCHA MATCHA - 2024 Edition - 40gr

CHARACTERISTICS:   Refreshing, Deeply Smooth, Mellow

HARVEST TIMING:   Shincha (1st flush)

HARVEST DATE:   MAY 2024. First day of Harvest

HARVEST METHOD:   Hand-Picked

PRODUCTION METHOD: Stone-grounded

BREEDS:   Asahi

Ceremonial Grade.

Limited Edition of 50.

(40gr/1.4oz) 
# Servings: 20

What is Shincha?

Shincha is a highly anticipated Japanese Matcha made from the first harvest of tea leaves after the dormant winter months. The name Shincha, derived from "shin" meaning new and "cha" meaning tea, refers to the fresh and unique qualities of this limited edition tea.

Our tea farm in Uji, Kyoto produces a limited amount of Shincha each year, allowing us to offer this unique tea to our customers.

While Shincha harvesting begins in the middle of April in some regions like Kagoshima and Shizuoka, in Uji, Kyoto, it starts in early May due to differences in altitude and soil affecting sprout timing.

If you haven't tried Shincha before, you might be wondering why it's such a big deal. The first flush of tea leaves (it lasts only a few days per year) is considered to be of the highest quality, with a flavor, aroma, and color that are unparalleled.

Shincha is known for its sweetness and has been compared to the scent of fresh rain in a verdant forest. Each year, the flavor and aroma of Shincha can vary slightly, making each harvest unique and nuanced, much like different vintages of wine.

We are thrilled to offer this energizing and uplifting tea to our customers and invite you to experience the distinctive taste and aroma of Shincha.