Matcha Kuon offers a truly special tea experience from the storied house of Ippodo Tea Co. Presented in a 20g box, this vibrant green tea sits among the brand's most exclusive lineup, one of only two matchas granted this special class. It offers an exceptionally smooth mouthfeel, a refined flavor profile, and a rich, lingering aroma that fills the air the moment it is prepared.
Authentic Japanese matcha relies on delicate shade cultivation, and Kuon represents the height of that craft. The tea bushes are covered in near darkness to suppress bitterness and develop deep sweetness in the young shoots. Carefully hand picked in limited quantities, these delicate leaves require immense expertise to process, resulting in a rare tea with low astringency, high aroma, and a deeply satisfying finish.
To bring out its full elegance, whisk Kuon with slightly cooler water to highlight its mellow sweetness and umami. Enjoy it straight to savor its crisp, refreshing edge before important meetings, during fresh starts, or first thing in the morning to sharpen mind and body alike. It also makes a quiet companion for a slow afternoon spent reading.
Pairing a bowl with a piece of dark chocolate or a marron glacé softens the tea's edge, drawing out its gentler, sweeter side for a small, luxurious ritual.
Ippodo Matcha Kuon, 20 g box.
Kuon is an especially rare, premium-class matcha in Ippodo’s lineup. Made from carefully hand-picked young tea leaves grown under high shade coverage to reduce astringency and develop rich sweetness.
It features a vivid green color, smooth mouthfeel, refined elegant flavor, pronounced aroma, and a rich lingering finish. Best enjoyed as straight matcha, prepared with slightly cooler water to bring out its mellow sweetness and umami.
