Shogyoku Ultra-Premium Ceremonial Matcha - Samidori

Uji Ultra-Premium Ceremonial Matcha – Samidori (Shogyoku 20g Tin)

 

Handpicked | Single Cultivar | First Harvest | Shade-Grown | Stone-Ground

Discover Shogyoku, the depth and elegance of Samidori, one of Uji’s most prized matcha cultivars. This ultra-premium ceremonial matcha is made exclusively from first harvest, shade-grown leaves, selected for their vibrant green color, creamy texture, and deep umami profile.

Cultivated under 30+ days of shade, each tea leaf develops a rich concentration of amino acids, especially L-theanine, resulting in a matcha that’s both calming and intensely flavorful. Our Samidori matcha is handpicked, then stone-milled in small batches by a Judan (Level 10) Japanese Tea Master, one of only a handful to hold this top distinction. His mastery ensures an unmatched depth of umami and a silk-smooth finish that defines the very best of Uji matcha craftsmanship. This matcha is exceptionally rare and highly prized.

 

 

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Tasting Notes:

 

• Flavor: Deep umami, almond undertones, white chocolate

• Texture: Creamy, velvety, smooth finish

• Color: Vivid jade green

 

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Best Enjoyed As:

 

• Koicha (thick tea) – Simply knead 1.5-2 tsp with your chasen in 1-1.5 oz hot water to enjoy its layered umami

 

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About Samidori Cultivar:

 

Unlike common blends, single-cultivar Samidori matcha is rare. Originally developed in Uji for tea ceremony use, Samidori stands out for its naturally sweet, umami-rich flavor and luminous green color — no bitterness, no astringency, no compromise.

This is matcha at its peak — pure, potent, and unforgettable.

 

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Origin & Process:

 

• Grown and harvested in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture

• Shade-grown for 30+ days

• Handpicked and stone-milled in microbatches

• Crafted by an award-winning, Judan (Level 10) Tea Master in Uji

• No additives. No blending. Just pure Samidori.

 

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Limited Microbatch Release

 

This premium ceremonial matcha is produced in extremely limited quantities by one of Japan's most desired tea artisans and sells out quickly.

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