{"product_id":"marukyu-koyamaen-shohaku-matcha","title":"Matcha - Shohaku (Tea School Selection)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"579\" data-start=\"330\"\u003eShohaku is a high grade ceremonial matcha from Marukyu Koyamaen, recommended by the current Grand Master of the Urasenke School of Tea for daily enjoyment. Positioned for balanced, everyday use, it offers clarity, freshness and smooth structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"962\" data-start=\"581\"\u003eThe dry powder presents a bright herbaceous and floral aroma. Prepared as usucha, Shohaku begins smooth and creamy with delicate natural sweetness. Vegetal notes develop gradually, carrying savoury depth reminiscent of wakame, alongside measured umami. As with most Marukyu Koyamaen blends, bitterness is mild and astringency is minimal, resulting in a clean and refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1155\" data-start=\"964\"\u003eDespite its brightness, Shohaku maintains enough body and richness to carry milk well, making it suitable for latte preparation while remaining smooth and composed when whisked traditionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1306\" data-start=\"1157\"\u003eThe name Shohaku (松柏), meaning Pine and Oak, reflects strength, freshness and endurance — qualities expressed through its balanced, steady character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1481\" data-start=\"1308\"\u003eMarukyu Koyamaen, founded in 1704 and based in Uji, Kyoto, is one of Japan’s most established tea houses, long associated with tea school traditions and ceremonial blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eUsucha preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eCold Usucha with chilled water or coconut water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eMatcha latte preparation, holds structure with milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested preparation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eUsucha | 2g whisked with 60ml water at 80°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003eOrigin | Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eProducer | Marukyu Koyamaen\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eStorage | Keep airtight and refrigerated after opening\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMarukyu Koyamaen Best Before Date • Read (YY\/MM\/DD)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Marukyu Koyamaen","offers":[{"title":"40g Tin","offer_id":45985344520422,"sku":"","price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g Bag","offer_id":45985344553190,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Marukyu_Koyamaen_Shohaku.jpg?v=1748420077","url":"https:\/\/easternhillgs.com\/ja\/products\/marukyu-koyamaen-shohaku-matcha","provider":"Eastern Hill General Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}