Yame Master Blend Matcha

clean • velvety • low astringency • natural umami sweetness • soft florals • creamy undertone

Sourced from the highly regarded tea fields of Yame City in Fukuoka, Japan, this ceremonial-grade matcha is made from a first harvest Sakimidori cultivar. Carefully shade-grown, hand-picked, and finely milled, this matcha is designed for traditional usucha preparation and pure enjoyment — no sweeteners or milk needed.

This matcha is an early-budding Japanese cultivar prized for its naturally vivid color, high chlorophyll content, and silky, low-astringency profile. Grown in the misty mountain air of Yame, Fukuoka, this 1st harvest single-cultivar matcha delivers a striking emerald tone and a refined, gentle sweetness that appeal to both ceremonial purists and modern matcha lovers.

Sakimidori: A newer cultivar registered in 1997 known for giving brighter color, early harvest, and a softer, sweeter cup with very high chlorophyll content. Lower in tannins and higher in amino acids = stronger umami & sweetness, and less sharp bitterness/astringency. 

Sweet, creamy umami with minimal bitterness. Notes of raw cashew, cherry blossom, and young spring greens. Rounded, velvety mouthfeel with a bright, refreshing finish. 

This is a matcha that feels soft, elegant, & clean - not overly intense - making it ideal as a daily ceremonial bowl or a premium latte base.

Our matcha is sourced directly from multi-generation growers in Yame, crafted in small batches, and finely milled upon order to ensure premier freshness, color, and purity. We had the pleasure of visiting our farms this October - and we are so proud of the dedication & detailed attention of our partners.