Shinsui Special Selection Premium Ceremonial Matcha

Toasty, nutty, and deeply satisfying — Shinsui is our Special Selection single cultivar, Okumidori premium Uji matcha made for those who love complexity and richness. Grown under shade for over 26 days, this first flush, single-cultivar matcha delivers a uniquely warm and layered flavor profile unlike any other in the Origin Uji lineup.

Harvested in early spring and stone-milled in small batches, Okumidori develops a bold but balanced character with notes of roasted chestnut and green walnut. It’s an approachable ceremonial matcha that still honors the craft of single origin, deep shading, and small-scale production.

Flavor: Nutty, toasty, roasted green walnut
Texture: Deep, round, creamy
Color: Lush forest green

Grown in Ujitawara, Kyoto Prefecture, on a 7th generation family-run tea farm that focuses on deeply shaded tencha for matcha. The field of this Okumidori is carefully managed for low yields and high flavor density, resulting in a warm, nutty profile with a long, satisfying finish. Yuta harvests his fields once per year providing minimal stress on his tea plants to ensure the highest quality ichiban each season.

Usucha (Thin Tea): Whisk 1–2 tsp with 2–3 oz of water at 160–170°F for a rich, warming cup.
Koicha (Thick Tea): Knead 1.5–2 tsp with your chasen in 1–1.5 oz hot water to enjoy its layered umami.

Originally cultivated for its flavor density and smooth bitterness, Okumidori is one of Uji’s most resilient and expressive matcha cultivars. Its toasty, savory backbone makes it a favorite among tea masters looking for complexity over sweetness — perfect for lattes or contemplative usucha.

Earthy, rich, and quietly bold — this is everyday luxury.

While more accessible than Samidori or Gokou, our Okumidori is still a premium matcha cultivar made in small lots and shipped fresh.

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