{"product_id":"irie-ceremonial-matcha","title":"Irie Ceremonial Matcha","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight, refreshing, and gently grassy, this ceremonial matcha reveals a delicate umami sweetness that unfolds with each sip into a smooth, balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted exclusively from first-harvest leaves, this matcha is shaded for at least 20 days before picking—a process that deepens its natural sweetness and umami while softening bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese leaves are stone-ground using a traditional \u003cem\u003eishi-usu\u003c\/em\u003e mill, producing an exceptionally fine, velvety powder that whisks effortlessly to a smooth, creamy texture. While there is no common definition for ceremonial-grade matcha in Japan, this is the standard by which they judge the tea to be 'ceremonial'.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:\u003c\/em\u003e  Originally a fruit and vegetable farmer, Irie-san discovered the nourishing qualities of green tea following a period of ill health. Inspired by its benefits, he set out to cultivate the healthiest tea possible on his two-hectare farm in Fukuoka Prefecture. Today, he and his team mentor a small group of young, dedicated growers in organic farming, working toward a shared vision: transforming their hometown of Kuroki-cho into a fully organic community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eshade-grown matcha green tea powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shunnosuke Irie + \u003c\/span\u003eComins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYame, Fukuoka, Kyushu Island, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e40 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 tsp of matcha for every 2.7 oz. (80 mL) of water. Sift the matcha into your bowl to remove any lumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil water, then let it cool for about 40 seconds, or until it reaches 176°F (80°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the water to the matcha and whisk vigorously until a rich, frothy layer forms on top. Enjoy immediately while frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eComins recommends enjoying this matcha plain. Optionally, you can serve over ice, sweeten, or add milk to your liking!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705585664065,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/irie-ceremonial-matcha-boston-general-store-6526415.jpg?v=1780057629","url":"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/irie-ceremonial-matcha","provider":"Boston General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}