Ishimoto Kawaguchiken - Wazui Ceremonial Grade Matcha
Wazui Ceremonial Grade Matcha by Ishimoto Kawaguchiken
Refreshing • Balanced • Pleasantly Bitter
Meet Wazui, an everyday Uji matcha from Ishimoto Kawaguchiken, a Japanese tea house based in Osaka. Traditionally stone-ground and crafted for usucha, it offers balanced umami and body with a pleasant bitterness and a clean, refreshing finish.
Origin & Character
- Region: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
- Producer: Ishimoto Kawaguchiken
- Tea style: Everyday usucha
- Made from: 100% Japanese tencha
- Milling: Traditionally stone-ground
- Flavour: Balanced umami, pleasant bitterness and a crisp finish
- Best enjoyed: Usucha, tea practice or matcha lattes
A brighter everyday matcha
Wazui is ideal for those who enjoy a more traditional matcha flavour with a little extra bite. Fresh, straightforward and easy to drink, it’s a versatile choice for both daily whisking and lattes.
Usucha (straight matcha)
- Sift 2 g (about 1 tsp).
- Add 60–70 ml water at 70–80°C.
- Whisk briskly in an M‑motion for 15–20 seconds until glossy and foamy.
- Sip as is, or top with a little hot water to taste.
Matcha Latte
- Sift 2–3 g matcha.
- Whisk with 30–40 ml hot water (70–80°C) to a smooth, thick concentrate.
- Add 150–200 ml hot or iced milk of choice. (Full‑cream and oat both shine.)
- Sweeten with honey, sugar or maple syrup to taste
Shipping
Orders can take 1-2 business days to process. As soon as your package has left our warehouse, you will receive a confirmation by email.
Returns
If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase we offer returns for store credit within 30 days of delivery.
