I wrote a review of this item last year, and I thought it might be useful to offer thoughts on this year's harvest. The 2016 shincha matcha is every bit as wonderful as last year. It has a little less of a fruity undertone, but is even smoother and more mellow tasting, ...(more)

I am really enjoying this year's shincha gyokuro. It has a slightly higher astringency than typical gyokuro, which makes it very refreshing. This year, I have also enjoyed blending this shincha gyokuro with shincha fukamashi sencha, using a very short steep (like regula...(more)

This year's shincha matcha is a special treat for any matcha lover. It is wonderfully smooth with body and a slightly fruity undertone. I like it best made with the water heated to 170F for this matcha. It makes for a wonderful start to the weekend.