{"product_id":"yame-ceremonial-grade-yabukita-matcha","title":"Yame Ceremonial Grade Yabukita Matcha","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eYame Yabukita Matcha\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e八女 やぶきた 抹茶\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle Cultivar Yabukita\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the historic tea fields of Yame, \u003cstrong\u003eYame Yabukita Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single-cultivar matcha made entirely from \u003cstrong\u003eYabukita\u003c\/strong\u003e, Japan’s \u003cstrong\u003emost widely grown\u003c\/strong\u003e and beloved tea cultivar. While many premium matcha blends are designed around multiple cultivars for complexity, this matcha highlights the honest, classic character of Yabukita itself: \u003cstrong\u003efresh green aroma, balanced umami, gentle sweetness, and a clean grassy finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYame is one of Japan’s most respected tea regions, long admired for its deep umami, refined sweetness, and elegant shaded teas. \u003cstrong\u003eBest known for exceptional gyokuro\u003c\/strong\u003e, Yame has the ideal environment for producing rich, flavorful green tea: misty mountain air, mineral-rich soils, and dramatic temperature shifts between day and night. These conditions help create teas with smooth texture, clarity, and lingering depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYabukita brings a familiar and beautifully balanced profile to this matcha. It is not \u003cstrong\u003eoverly heavy, overly sweet, or overly vegetal\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead, it offers a clean expression of Japanese green tea: bright grassy notes, soft savory depth, light sweetness, and a refreshing finish. Compared with more modern cultivars that emphasize intense umami or vivid aroma, Yabukita feels classic, structured, and easy to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this matcha special is its simplicity. \u003cstrong\u003eAs a single-cultivar Yabukita\u003c\/strong\u003e from Yame, it allows you to taste both the cultivar and the region clearly. The cup has enough umami to feel satisfying, enough grassiness to feel fresh, and enough sweetness to remain smooth and approachable. It is a matcha that feels traditional, honest, and versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matcha is \u003cstrong\u003eceramic-ground\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a carefully milled character. Yame Yabukita Matcha is especially enjoyable for daily usucha, iced matcha, and matcha lattes. Its balanced flavor makes it easy to drink on its own, while its classic green tea structure also holds up well with milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsucha \/ Traditional Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2g matcha | 60–70ml water | 175°F \/ 80°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSift matcha into a bowl. Add water and whisk briskly until smooth and foamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIced Matcha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2g matcha | 50ml water | Pour over ice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhisk with warm water first, then pour over ice for a clean and refreshing iced matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatcha Latte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.5–3g matcha | 50ml water | 180–220ml milk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhisk matcha with water into a smooth concentrate, then add milk of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh Grass, Soft Umami, Gentle Sweetness, Classic Green Tea, Light Vegetal, Clean Finish\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":49261766672627,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":49261766705395,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 oz","offer_id":49261766738163,"sku":null,"price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":49261766770931,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 oz","offer_id":49261766803699,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":49261766836467,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 oz","offer_id":49261766869235,"sku":null,"price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_3c94282c-97a4-4328-96e6-5ee4988f2d97.jpg?v=1781472039","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/yame-ceremonial-grade-yabukita-matcha","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}