Single Origin Okumidori Ceremonial Grade Matcha — "Aiko" (30g/1.06oz)

*Stone-Ground in small batches. There is a maximum order limit of 4 per order. Quantities above this will be cancelled.

The Verdict: If you’re looking for a luxurious, daily ceremonial matcha that is complex, umami, and naturally sweet with no harsh edges, then Aiko is for you.

Best Used For: Koicha (Thick Tea), Usucha (Thin Tea) 
Can Be Used For: Impressively Smooth & Bold Lattes

Ideal Temperature: 160°F (71°C)

Aiko's Ideal Koicha Ratio:
- Pre-Warm Chawan with hot water
- Sift 2g (4g optional) Aiko
- 15ml 160°F water to make a paste
- pour 30ml 160°F water* (45ml total) and mix with whisk in circular motion
*you can add 15ml water for 30ml in total for a thick koicha if you prefer

Aiko's Ideal Usucha Ratio:
- Pre-Warm Chawan with hot water
- Sift 2g (4g optional) Aiko
- 30ml 160°F water to make a paste
- pour 30ml 160°F water (60ml total) and whisk

Aiko's Ideal Latte Ratio:
- Pre-Warm Chawan with hot water
- Sift 4g Aiko
- 30ml 160°F water to make a paste
- pour 30ml 160°F water (60ml total) and whisk
- a nice pinch of salt (whisked into the matcha)
- 150ml neutral oat milk
- 30ml sweetener

Cultivar: Aiko is crafted using the youngest leaves from the Okumidori cultivar.

*Ceremonial grade is a western exclusive marketing term that helps to signify the quality of matcha. Quality of matcha is determined by a multitude of factors including but not limited to the amount of shading, time of harvest, parts of the camellia sinensis leaf used, and more.