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Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

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Learn all the secrets of the Kyoto Matcha

The Kyoto Matcha Masudaen is a premium matcha made in Kyoto made by Mr. Shizuoka. This Kyoto Matcha has a bright green color and a smooth, sweet flavor.

Taste

Discover the results of Nio Teas’ 4 step tea tasting method

To evaluate the Kyoto Matcha Masudaen, we evaluated the texture of the matcha as well as the flavor. Does it produce a dryness, sweetness, minerality or acidity? We’ll also evaluate how thick or rich the consistency of the matcha is, otherwise known as mouthfeel. Finally, for matcha specifically, we like to take a look at the vegetal flavor of the tea, as this is a profile consistent across all types of matcha.

Step 1 - Observing the Appearance

The finely ground powder of the Kyoto matcha, which is made from shade-grown green tea leaves, boasts a strikingly vivid and alluring deep jade green hue that is sure to captivate and delight the senses.

Step 2 - Assessing the Aroma

The aroma coming off the matcha as it is mixed with the water is slightly fruity, with with a hint of chocolate

Step 3 - Tasting the Tea

The Kyoto matcha begins with a light creaminess, which later develops into a slightly grassy, steamed vegetable flavor. The tea finishes off with a slightly nutty flavor profile and a mild floral astringency that leaves the palate with a fresh, slightly dry sensation.

Step 4 - Evaluating the sensation on the palate

This Kyoto matcha dries out the palate slightly, but it is well balanced by the rich, thick mouthfeel and the hint of acidity. The tea has a hint of these umami and grassy flavors, but overall the sensation is creamy and smooth.

100% Organically grown and Ethically Sourced

At Nio, our policy is to work closely with tea farmers who employ pesticide-free and chemical-free farming methods. We firmly believe that these natural techniques not only enrich the taste of the tea but also promote the health and sustainability of tea fields.

Our findings indicate that tea farms that abstain from using pesticides and chemicals foster the growth of tea plants, as well as support the growth of various plant and animal species.

Nio Teas Unique Organically grown sourcing process

  • Thoroughly testing each tea to find the best flavor
  • Communicating with farmers regarding their production methods to ensure no pesticides are used on the fields
  • Visiting farms in person to assess the quality of both the tea fields and production facilities
  • Ensuring the vibrancy of biodiversity around the tea fields.

How to prepare the tea

To prepare the Kyoto Matcha, you can follow these basic steps to get the most out of your tea. Once you master these steps, you can get creative and add your own spin to them. It's important to follow the steps closely in the beginning to practice the proper technique.

  • Step 1

    Begin by sifting 2 grams of matcha powder into a bowl to remove any clumps that may have formed due to humidity exposure.

  • Step 2

    Heat the water up to 70 degrees Celsius or 160 degrees Fahrenheit. 

  • Step 3

    Add roughly 1 tablespoon of water to the bowl and mix the matcha powder to form a paste that is evenly distributed. Then, pour in 100ml of water.

  • Step 4

    Gently scrape the bowl's sides and bottom to blend the matcha with the water.

  • Step 5

    Lastly, use your wrist to whisk the matcha in swift zigzag motions until a light green foam appears on top.

  • Step 6

    Enjoy your Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

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Necessary teaware

In order to prepare matcha, it's essential to have a few key accessories on hand, including:

  1. A matcha bowl, or chawan, which is a wide and shallow bowl made of either ceramic or porcelain. It is specifically designed to help you easily and effectively whisk matcha powder into a frothy and delicious tea.
  2. A matcha whisk, or chasen, which is made of bamboo and features numerous thin tines. This tool is used to help mix and froth the matcha powder with hot water, ensuring that the tea is smooth and evenly mixed.
  3. A matcha scoop, or chashaku, which is a bamboo scoop used to measure out the right amount of matcha powder and transfer it to the matcha bowl. This ensures that you're using the right amount of matcha powder for a perfectly balanced cup of tea.
  4. A sifter, which is highly recommended for both traditional Japanese tea ceremonies and everyday use. Sifting the matcha powder helps to ensure a consistently smooth texture and high-quality cup of matcha.
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Location of production and farmer

Information about the farm

The Kyoto Matcha is cultivated by Mr. Masuda, a skilled tea farmer from Shizuoka who oversees a substantial tea field. During our visit to his farm, Mr. Masuda gave us a comprehensive tour of the tea production process, from growing to packaging.

Additionally, we discovered the various grades of matcha tea that he produces on his tea field. The first harvest of tea plants yields ceremonial grade matcha that is silky smooth enough to enjoy plain, whereas later harvests are used to make matcha that blends perfectly with lattes.

Sourced in Shizuoka

Japan

As the name would suggest, the Kyoto Matcha is grown in Kyoto, Japan. Kyoto has a long history when it comes to the production of premium matcha tea. The first tea plants to be planted in Japan were planted on the ground of a temple North of Kyoto in 1192. Since then, the region of Kyoto and Uji has been a hotbed of tea production. particularly matcha.

Cultivar and tea plant variety

This matcha is carefully crafted using a blend of three distinct tea cultivars: Yabukita, Sayamakaori, and Okumidori.

  • Yabukita

    Yabukita, renowned for its delightful vegetal notes and robust umami flavor, has become the most popular tea plant variety in Japan.

  • Sayamakaori

    Sayamakaori, a relatively new cultivar, is prized for its high catechin content and is commonly used in black teas, but also yields a bold and flavorful green tea.

  • Okumidori

    Okumidori, added to the blend for its ability to impart a smooth finish and a rich, full-bodied taste, adds depth to the matcha's flavor profile.

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Returns & Refunds

Our ultimate goal is to provide all our customers with a satisfactory tea experience. If you are unhappy with the tea you receive, please inform us, and we will gladly replace it for you.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 64 reviews.

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Great matcha, I love it. Still one of my best, specially when I prepare it by myself.

Sonja M. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

I make a matcha latte everyday now that I’ve found Nio Teas. I no connoisseur of tea but have been drinking green tea for 40+ yr. I always drank it hot and plain but now I’ve discovered matcha latte I am hooked. I drink it iced for summer. So refreshing. I put in Califia organic almond milk with a splash of nutpods vanilla creamer. OMG good! I hardly drink coffee now….weird.

Callista K. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

I bought this matcha because I loved the masudaen superior, and while this matcha isn't quite on the same level it's still absolutely delicious!

Cristiney E. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

A very good smoth creamy matcha it's quite mellow , almost sweet 5 stars.

Nicholas B. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

I tried it as a latte which tasted bold, earthy, and ever so slightly bitter which I didn’t mind. If anything, I think the bitterness added to its bold flavor profile. It also left a lingering sweetness that tasted like sweet peas.

Dana R. 4/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

ein sehr neutraler, ausgewogener Matcha. eine leichte Bitterkeit auf de Zunge, jedoch nicht im Gaumen. Nicht stark grasig und auch keine Algennoten. Ausgewogen und gut geeignet für Personen, die sich an einen klassischen Matcha ohne Zucker oder Milch gewöhnen möchten.

Roger H. 5/5

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

loved this matcha ! the color is bright green and the foam very silky and smooth. love the aroma and taste, lovely tones of sweetness and umami. also great for lattes, goes really well with plant based milk !! great quality product i 100% recommend and will be buying again ☺️

Paula B. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

amazing earthy taste, beautiful bright green colour and just a delicious matcha that works both sweetened or unsweetened and with any kind of milk. i would highly recommend this!!

Mariana T. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

love kyoto masudaen in lattes, i use 3 grams and it’s pretty great tastewise

Agahan S. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

This matcha is a bit bitter by itself but perfect for matcha latte or something sweeter like blueberry matcha latte.

Jomille A. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

This matcha powder is good. It makes a vibrant green matcha, good for beginners.

Kaleigh J. 4/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

This is one of the best tasting matchas I’ve ever tried! It’s the bar I hold to other matchas now!

Anna M. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

exceeded expectations. When opened the package, I was met with the ideal and satisfying vibrant green hue and a deep, fresh vegetal aroma that hinted at its quality. As an usucha, it offers a bold and complex flavor profile—leading with rich umami and deep vegetal notes, followed by subtle hints of citrus and a gentle touch of astringency at the very end that adds both depth and character. It holds up exceptionally well when mixed with milk, maintaining its rich and distinct matcha essence rather than fading into the background. The result is a creamy, full-bodied experience that highlights its natural depth without losing any of its boldness.

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Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Customer photo review of Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Decent green colour, good in mouth. Not bitterness at all

Vanessa F. 4/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

beautiful matcha. obviously wish i had more but delicious nonetheless

Deserine L. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

was nice didn't get the sweetness, doesn't stand up to milk or almond milk.

Robert A. 4/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Lieferung ging sehr schnell und Produkt war top!

Christoph G. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

10/10 matcha for lattes. Super creamy and smooth, no bitter aftertaste. Just a perfect matcha for everyday use.

Shouq A. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Sehr schöne Farbe und nicht bitter/grasig. Mir fällt es zwar etwas schwer die richtige Menge zu finden, wenn ich einen anderen Matcha ausprobiere, aber ich denke wenn man da etwas für sich findet schmeckt dieser Matcha wirklich gut. Vorallem der Preis ist für die Qualität echt super. Persönlich bevorzuge ich Matcha in Dosen, kann aber völlig nachvollziehen wieso das nicht jeder so verpackt. Der Versand war sehr schnell, obwohl es eigentlich nur ein Pre-Order war - es kam sogar schon vor dem genannten Datum an :) Vergleichen kann ich diesen Matcha mit den beliebten Marken nicht wirklich, da ich bis jetzt noch nicht viele verschiedene ausprobiert habe.( Ich gehe mit Matcha eher sparsam um und kaufe nicht direkt wieder nach.)

Anna G. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Heute Morgen den Kyoto Masudaen geöffnet und eine Schale Matcha zubereitet. Gemäss Geschmacksprofil wird er als süsslich bezeichnet. In meinem Fall war er aber unangenehm bitter. Auch war die Farbe des Tees nicht so leuchtend grün wie ich es erwartet hätte sondern einen Stich bräunlich. Vielleicht gab es hier eine Alterung im Teepulver, trotz geschlossener Vakuumverpackung? Ich werde morgen nochmals testen und sonst wird er halt mit Milch gestreckt...

Roger H. 3/5

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

It is good matcha, but there is a bit of iron taste, that I did not like so much

Sonja M. 4/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

It’s my first time trying this brand. I love the texture and color of the matcha! It has a hint of nutty flavor to it, which I wasn’t used to, but it’s not bad!

Lauren H. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

I loved this matcha! It is so smooth, and tastes great. The customer service was also amazing, and the person I spoke to was very kind

Paris D. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

I love this blend! So tasty and I will absolutely be buying again

Sierra S. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

Absolutely delicious! Made this sweetened matcha drinker cut back on the sweetener. Please bring it back! I'm running low now.

Natalie C. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

This Matcha is great! Ive tried other matcha from this cultivator before and they are all fantastic! Its creamy and smooth, but still rich in flavor without having that bitter taste that lower quality matcha can have sometimes! So glad I was able to get a good deal as well!

Mckinlee N. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

This is my favorite! Love the aroma so much. It's smooth and delicious!

Malini S. 5/5

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

The taste profile chart is the most accurate and unbiased rating chart from a matcha brand. I was pleasantly surprised and would repurchase. Also the packaging has a cute design and is resealable. I would've preferred a tin, However, I'd rather pay a cheaper price for the bag than a higher price for the tin.

Antonette 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

This matcha is perfect for savoring slowly, enjoying each sip and appreciating the complex flavors.

James J. 5/5 Verified

Kyoto Matcha Masudaen

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