{"product_id":"uji-matcha-powder","title":"Uji Matcha (Powder)","description":"\u003cp\u003eUji Matcha is a package containing 30 grams of 100% Uji Matcha Powder from Japan.  It is a High Quality Stone milled Rich Matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eilling refers to grinding Fragrant Tea Leaves with a Stone Mill to make Matcha \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eowder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. By grinding\u003cimg\u003e the tea leaves with a stone mill it becomes a fine powder of about 5 to 10 microns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Matcha, which \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecan be damaged from\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e friction heat, can be gently \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a stone mill to make the flavor of the powder \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eivid and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eellow).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Uji Matcha” is tea produced in Kyoto, Nara, Shiga, and Mie Prefectures which has been developed as \"Uji-cha\" (Uji Matcha) in consideration of the comprehensive viewpoint of History, Culture, Geography, and Weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the Japanese Green Tea Ceremony or to relax and enjoy anytime.  Uji Matcha contains no Sugar or Milk).  Completely dissolves in water so it can be enjoyed conveniently anytime.  You can enjoy a Smooth and Deep taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 gram bag conveniently packaged with a resealable Zip Lock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Culture of Uji Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUji tea cultivation began in the Kamakura period in the early 13th century. When the monk Eisai returned from China, he told him about the custom of drinking tea, and the seeds were planted by the monk, Meie, in Uji, Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivation in Uji expanded rapidly due to perfect natural conditions such as soil and topography. Uji tea was considered a \"First Class Gift\", and a \"Fighting Tea\" was held to drink tea in production areas. It is said that \"Cha-no-yu\", which was developed by Senrikyu, put Uji tea (matcha) first and demanded quality and improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Edo period, the Tokugawa III Shogun Lemitsu ordered the Uji Kambayashi family to make imperial court confession tea and high-grade tea directly for the Shogun family, and institutionalized the transportation of new tea to Edo as \"Ochabo Michinaka\". It continued for 50 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the late Meiji era, Uji tea spread to ordinary households, triggering the establishment of tea culture at home. Eisai's \"Cafe Health Record\" states, \"Tea is a curing herbal medicine. It's a magical way to prolong life.\" It encourages you to drink tea and live longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:  \u003c\/strong\u003e(\u003cspan\u003eHow to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew).  \u003c\/span\u003eJust by putting Uji Matcha in a cup and pouring hot water, you can easily enjoy an Authentic Uji Matcha anytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot Matcha:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Put one and a half spoonfuls of Uji Matcha Powder (about 2 grams) in a cup.  Pour 100ml of boiling water into the cup. \u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003eWhisk to make a Fine-Foamy Matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIced Matcha:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Put about 2 spoonfuls of Uji Matcha  Powder (about 2.5 grams) in a cup.  Pour 100ml warm water into the cup.  Add several ice cubes and stir gently until cold. For Iced Matcha Latte use Milk instead of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Put one spoonful (Adjust to bottle size and taste preference) of matcha into a travel flask (thermos) and add Hot or Cold water. Close the flask and shake until well mixed and a fine foam appears.  Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Add Uji Matcha Powder to your favorite recipes. Mild and Rich flavor is perfect for cuisine and sweets. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003ePlease note that using a “whisk” is not necessary, but is recommended for making matcha with a Smooth Froth or performing the Japanese Tea Ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatcha Green Tea (Kyoto, Nara, Mie, Shiga prefectures).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrition Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnergy 4.8kcal, Protein: 0.6g, Lipid:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.1g, Carbohydrate: 0.8g, Salt equivalent: 0g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Nippon Tea Sales Co. 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