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“The aroma of this tea is very strong, of roast, roasted nuts, even a little cocoa and dirt. When drinking it by itself, these flavors come out quite distinctly, especially the roasted sweet nuts. I...” Read full tasting note
“Now that my manager said this tea smells really strong (I had some during a meeting the other day), I am wary about drinking it outside of my office. That shocks me, as it’s pretty mellow compared...” Read full tasting note
Our Matsuri is so different from most green teas that you might not even believe it is one! The vegetal flavors you’d find in most greens fade into the background in Matsuri. The flavor profile is, instead, taken over by exuberantly toffee, malty, roasted flavors roughly akin to roasted chicory root and toasted cereal grains. Underneath the streak of roast-and-toast notes, you’ll find hints of stewed fruit and caramel, woodsy tones and a touch of coppery minerality.
The character of this tea is pure whimsy and kookiness. Relish in its idiosyncrasies and you’ll be rewarded with a one of a kind tea session every time. And Matsuri plays well with others. It pairs with an enormous range of foods, from full English breakfasts to most dinners and desserts. Just remember the key ingredient: PLAY!
Unlike other green teas, Matsuri is made from the stems (not the leaves) of the tea plant. It is usually harvested in between tea growing seasons, after the usual harvest of the leaves has ended. This is what gives our Houjicha Shiraore its unusual, twig-like shape and its low caffeine level.
Matsuri is also different from most Japanese green teas in that it is roasted during the final stages of finishing. This is what gives it its toasty-sweet flavor and makes it a popular coffee replacement for those trying to reduce their caffeine intake or fancy a cup before bedtime.
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The aroma of this tea is very strong, of roast, roasted nuts, even a little cocoa and dirt. When drinking it by itself, these flavors come out quite distinctly, especially the roasted sweet nuts.
I started drinking this tea and later added some ramen for lunch. When drinking with ramen, it tastes strongly of roasted seaweed, which was an interesting additional layer to my lunch.
Now that my manager said this tea smells really strong (I had some during a meeting the other day), I am wary about drinking it outside of my office. That shocks me, as it’s pretty mellow compared to some of the things I smell throughout the department, and compared to a very smokey lapsang souchong I used to have during some meetings. Guess that just gives me more justification to hide in my office and enjoy the deliciousness that is this houjicha!
