Shiawase Cha: A Truly Unique Blend of Umami

As if Japanese green tea was not full of umami on its own, the brilliant minds at Maiko no Cha has concocted a truly unique tea blend that is in essence, an umami bomb! Maiko no Cha made sure to only incorporate the top quality of the core ingredients that make up Japanese cuisine with their own teas to create something that is balanced and each component plays their part to make sure that there is no overpowers flavor. The best konbu kelp for that ‘dashi’ flavor comes from the cold oceans of Hokkaido, the genmai rice is perfectly puffed to add that roasted note to the tea, Maiko no Cha’s own kukicha adds body and structure to the tea, and finally, their prized Uji Matcha tea gives it the pure, vibrant, and deep flavor that only the best matcha teas can provide.

Maiko no Cha has succeeded in crafting an elegant and beautiful expression of tea that also does not take itself too seriously, so it can be enjoyed in any setting. As the name states, this tea will definitely bring you ‘joy & happiness’!

For best practices in brewing the best Shiawasecha cup of tea, please watch the tutorial video below, courtesy of Maiko no Cha!