TASTING NOTES
We are excited to introduce this exceptional hand-picked matcha. During our recent trip to Japan, we visited numerous tea farmers and after careful consideration, selected this matcha as our standout favorite. We had the privilege of visiting Mr. Yamauchi’s farm in Toyota, Aichi prefecture where we experienced firsthand his meticulous hand-picking technique and dedication to this traditional tea cultivation.
 
Our new hand-picked matcha HIRO is crafted from the Saemidori, Samidori, and rare Komakage cultivar, celebrated for its gentle sweetness, vibrant green colour, and graceful finish. We’re drawn to this matcha for its lively, refreshing character. Delivering a silky texture, a captivating aroma, and a harmonious umami profile. This is a matcha that excels as usucha while retaining its complexity in milk.
 
HIRO is limited to only 40 tins per month.
 
SIZE
30g, 100g
 
CULTIVAR
Saemidori, Samidori, Komakage (blend)
 
SOURCING
Grown in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture.
 
SHADE GROWN
Tana shading, 20 days.
 
STONE GROUND
Yoshihara-cho, Toyota City
 
DESCRIPTION
The Yamauchi family started tea production in 1870. Both Yamauchi-san’s father and himself were awarded the medal of honor with a yellow ribbon by the Emperor (given to those who, through their diligence in their professional activities, became public role models).
 
Currently Yamauchi-san manages about 4ha of tea and mainly makes matcha, kabusecha and hojicha.
 
 
SERVING SUGGESTION
Usucha (thin tea) or as latte