Tea Master's Reserve - Chukyu Ceremonial Uji Matcha

Buttery, rich, and impeccably smooth — the Tea Master’s Reserve is a ceremonial-grade matcha personally crafted by the legendary Hiroshi, Uji’s only Judan Chashi (Level 10 Tea Master), whose family has been producing tea since 1827. Created from a precise ratio of complementary cultivars, this blend was designed to elevate balance, umami, and daily drinkability.

With a creamy body, soft sweetness, and subtle notes of toasted cashew and fresh steamed greens, the Reserve offers a richer experience than basic ceremonial matcha — without stepping into rare or microbatch territory. It’s the ideal matcha for those who want something intentional, elevated, and crafted by one of the most skilled artisans in Japan.

Flavor: Buttery umami, steamed greens, toasted cashew
Texture: Smooth, round, and satisfying
Color: Rich spring green

Crafted in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture — the birthplace of Japanese matcha — this blend is composed of first-flush tencha grown on select family-operated fields and finished by Hiroshi, one of Japan’s only 10-Dan Tea Masters.

Blending is considered a pinnacle skill among elite tea makers. Rather than following a fixed formula, Hiroshi uses sensory intuition to bring balance, creaminess, and clarity into perfect alignment, creating a matcha that feels both comforting and quietly refined.

Usucha (Thin Tea): Whisk 1–2 tsp with 2–3 oz water at 160–170°F for a creamy and grounding sip.
High-Quality Latte Base: Ideal with oat or dairy milk for a smooth, umami-rich matcha latte.

Formulated from a selection of Uji cultivars, the Tea Master's Reserve softens bitterness while amplifying creaminess and depth. Designed by a 10-Dan Tea Master for elevated everyday drinking, this blend embodies intentional craftsmanship and versatility.

Accessible but advanced — this is daily matcha with intention.

The Reserve is stone-milled monthly to preserve freshness and aroma. While not as limited as single-cultivar microbatches, it is still crafted in small, deliberate lots under the direction of a Judan Tea Master.