A refined and expressive hong cha (red tea; known as black tea in the West) crafted from the Shui Xian cultivar grown in Wudong Mountain, Phoenix (Guangdong).

Pressed into convenient 5 gram tea coins, this offering brings together depth, aroma, and ease in a format designed for both daily ritual and connoisseur appreciation.

Traditionally associated with Wuyi rock oolong, Shui Xian here is fully oxidized into hong cha, revealing a richer, rounder profile while maintaining the cultivar’s signature structure. Harvested from 80-year-old trees at approximately 600 meters elevation and produced by an established tea family, the leaves are picked as two to three half-mature leaves, then fully oxidized and gently roasted in three rounds to develop body, clarity, and longevity in the cup. Pressed in August 2025, each 5 gram coin is perfectly portioned for a single gongfu or teapot session… no measuring, no breaking, just a clean and intentional brewing experience.

The cup opens with a vibrant fruit and floral sweetness, then deepens into honeyed malt and soft wood. Subtle notes of caramel and delicate smokiness add dimension, while a hint of rose lifts the finish. Thick and smooth, with a long, clean finish, this is a tea that is both immediately enjoyable and quietly complex. Easy to return to, yet layered enough to explore over multiple infusions.

Tasting notes:
Malt | Honey | Rose | Stone Fruit | Caramel

50 gram pouch (10 tea coins) | approx. 10 servings (each coin can be infused multiple times)
100 gram pouch (20 tea coins) | approx. 20 servings (each coin can be infused multiple times)

Origin: Wudong Mountain, Phoenix, Guangdong Harvest: Spring 2025 Pressed: August 2025
Ingredients: Cultivated without chemicals black tea

Admari Matcha | Ceremonial Grade, First Harvest Matcha

From the volcanic soils of Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan comes our premium 2025 Ceremonial Grade, First Harvest matcha, vivid, finely stone-milled, and crafted to embody both balance and depth. Kagoshima’s misty climate and fertile land nurture tea leaves of remarkable vibrancy, yielding a matcha that is both elegant and full of life.

This premium harvest is blended from three cultivars: Yabukita, Samidori, and Okumidori. Together they create a profile that is smooth and nuanced, Yabukita lending its bright green clarity, Samidori contributing body and sweetness, and Okumidori adding depth and aroma. The result is a matcha with fresh spring energy, gentle umami, and a lingering natural sweetness that reveals itself across every sip.

As with all true ceremonial-grade matcha, this tea is made from the first flush of tender spring buds, shaded before harvest to intensify chlorophyll and amino acids, then carefully stone-milled into an ultrafine powder. The shading process gives the tea its luminous color and layered flavor, while the first-harvest leaves ensure delicacy, brightness, and a clean finish.

We use the term ceremonial grade with care. It is not a regulated label, and anyone can put it on a package. For us, it means something specific: first harvest, shade-grown, stone-milled matcha of the highest quality form Japan. This is the matcha crafted for drinking straight from the bowl, as it has been for centuries. And while it shines in its purest form, its vibrancy and balance also translate beautifully into lattes and modern rituals.

Preparing This Matcha: Usucha & Koicha

This matcha may be prepared as usucha (thin tea), whisked into a light, frothy bowl that highlights its clarity and vibrancy. Or it may be prepared as koicha (thick tea), using more powder and gentler strokes, yielding a dense, velvety texture that emphasizes sweetness and umami. Both expressions reveal different sides of the same leaf, inviting you to explore matcha as both daily ritual and deep ceremony.

Our 2025 allocation is limited, and once it is gone, it will not return until the next spring harvest. This matcha is an invitation to step into presence: a green, luminous companion for everyday practice and for moments that call for something extraordinary.

50 gram pouch | approx. 25-30 servings

100 gram pouch | approx. 50-60 servings

Origin: Kagoshima, Japan Ingredients: First Flush Japanese Green Tea, 2025

Our matcha is milled in regular production cycles and shipped in small batches every 6–8 weeks, maintaining peak freshness, color, and flavor with each delivery.

Matcha Ritual Set | Premium & Ceremonial Japanese Matcha

Experience the full spectrum of matcha through two distinct expressions.

This limited-time set includes two 50g pouches:
• Premium Grade Matcha | balanced, versatile, and designed for daily use
• Ceremonial Grade Matcha | first harvest, refined, and ideal for traditional preparation

Together, they offer a clear understanding of how sourcing, harvest timing, and processing shape the matcha experience, from everyday ritual to focused, ceremonial practice.

The Premium Grade matcha is made from a blend of tea material sourced from Kagoshima, Shizuoka, and Mie, combining first and second harvest tencha for balance, structure, and consistent performance. It delivers clean vegetal notes, moderate umami, and stable foam, making it ideal for daily drinking and lattes.

The Ceremonial Grade matcha is crafted from first harvest, shade-grown tencha from Kagoshima, offering deeper umami, a smoother texture, and a more focused, refined profile. It is suited for both usucha (thin tea) and koicha (thick tea).

Prepared side by side, these two matchas reveal the range of what matcha can be, not just in flavor, but in texture, energy, and experience.

Limited Time Offer | 20% Off
A rare opportunity to explore both grades at a reduced price.

How to Use

• Prepare as usucha (thin tea) for a light, frothy bowl
• Prepare ceremonial matcha as koicha (thick tea) for a dense, concentrated experience
• Use premium matcha for daily drinking and lattes

Details

Includes: 2 × 50g pouches (Premium + Ceremonial)
Total: 100g matcha | approx. 50–60 servings

Origin: Japan (Kagoshima, Shizuoka, Mie)
Ingredients: Japanese Green Tea (Tencha), 2025 Harvest

Our matcha is milled in regular production cycles and shipped in small batches every 6–8 weeks, maintaining peak freshness, color, and flavor with each delivery.

Admari Matcha | Premium Grade

Our Premium Grade matcha is a balanced, versatile matcha made from tea material sourced from Kagoshima, Shizuoka, and Mie Prefectures in Japan. Composed from a mix of first and second flush tencha, it is crafted to deliver both freshness and structure, resulting in a matcha that is reliable, expressive, and suited to daily use.

This blend includes Yabukita, Samidori, Saemidori, and Okumidori cultivars. First flush material contributes brightness, clarity, and fresh green character, while second flush leaves add body and structure, creating a more grounded and stable cup. The result is a matcha with moderate umami, clean vegetal notes, gentle sweetness, and a smooth, approachable finish.

Carefully milled into a fine powder, this matcha is designed for consistency in both preparation and performance. It produces a stable, even foam when whisked and maintains its balance across a range of uses. Rather than emphasizing intensity, it offers clarity and ease, making it a matcha that can be returned to again and again.

This premium matcha selected for its balance, versatility, and reliability, a tea that moves fluidly between ritual and routine. It is equally at home prepared simply in a bowl or incorporated into lattes and contemporary expressions, without losing its integrity.

Preparing This Matcha: Usucha & Everyday Use

This matcha is best prepared as usucha (thin tea), whisked into a smooth, vibrant bowl with a fine, stable foam. It offers a clean, lifted cup that highlights its freshness and balance, making it ideal for daily practice.

It also performs exceptionally well in lattes and modern preparations, where its structure and moderate umami allow it to remain present without becoming overpowering or bitter.

This is a matcha designed for rhythm and consistency, a dependable companion for both everyday ritual and evolving practice.

50 gram pouch | approx. 25–30 servings
100 gram pouch | approx. 50–60 servings

Origin: Japan (Kagoshima, Shizuoka, Mie) Ingredients: Japanese Green Tea, 2025 Harvest

Our matcha is milled in regular production cycles and shipped in small batches every 6–8 weeks, maintaining peak freshness, color, and flavor with each delivery.