{"product_id":"marukyu-koyamaen-unkaku-matcha","title":"Matcha - Unkaku","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"461\" data-start=\"262\"\u003eUnkaku is a koicha grade matcha from Marukyu Koyamaen. Positioned as a full bodied blend, it offers richness and complexity with a smooth, integrated profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"780\" data-start=\"463\"\u003ePrepared as koicha, Unkaku presents a creamy, nut forward texture reminiscent of nut butters, supported by gentle earthy sweetness similar to cacao. Vegetal notes are present but measured, contributing depth without overpowering the palate. The overall impression is rounded and cohesive, finishing smooth and steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"782\"\u003eCompared to more umami driven koicha, Unkaku sits lower on the savoury scale, with minimal bitterness or astringency. Its balance leans toward creaminess and warmth rather than intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1154\" data-start=\"971\"\u003eMarukyu Koyamaen, founded in 1704 and based in Uji, Kyoto, remains one of Japan’s most established tea houses with long standing ties to tea school traditions and ceremonial blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1626\" data-start=\"1607\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eKoicha preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eUsucha preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eMatcha latte preparation, holds structure with milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eServe as warm usucha with steamed dumplings or savoury snacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003ePairs well with shortbreads, madeleines, caneles, black sesame desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003ePrepare as a thicker usucha for matcha affagato with fruit, vanilla or tea based ice creams\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1740\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1867\" data-start=\"1767\"\u003eKoicha | 3.5g to 4g with minimal water at 75 to 80°C\u003cbr data-end=\"1822\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003eUsucha | 2g whisked with 60ml water at 80°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1874\"\u003eOrigin | Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr data-end=\"1914\" data-start=\"1911\"\u003eProducer | Marukyu Koyamaen\u003cbr data-end=\"1944\" data-start=\"1941\"\u003eStorage | Keep airtight and refrigerated after opening\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMarukyu Koyamaen Best Before Date • Read (YY\/MM\/DD)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marukyu Koyamaen","offers":[{"title":"40g Tin","offer_id":45985354514662,"sku":"","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g Bag","offer_id":45985354547430,"sku":"","price":172.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/Marukyu_Koyamaen_Unkaku_Matcha40.jpg?v=1733371192","url":"https:\/\/easternhillgs.com\/ko\/products\/marukyu-koyamaen-unkaku-matcha","provider":"Eastern Hill General Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}