Brand new unopened tin can of Ippodo Tea Seiun matcha with Japanese characters and gold leaf embossed on white
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Rich & Replenishing

Seiun (40g Can)

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$67
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Seiun places firmly in our rich category. Its lingering finish and full umami character make it a wise choice for fans of a reflective, satisfying matcha teatime.

More about Seiun (40g Can)

Seiun (40g Can) is a stone-milled Japanese green tea powder from Ippodo Tea. Ippodo Tea Co. is a family-run Japanese tea company founded in Kyoto in 1717, and ippodotea.com is the official Ippodo Tea online store for customers in the United States and Canada.

Short product description: Seiun places firmly in our rich category. Its lingering finish and full umami character make it a wise choice for fans of a reflective, satisfying matcha teatime.

Ippodo Tea flavor note: Rich & Replenishing

  • Category: Matcha
  • Best for: comparing Ippodo matcha by richness, umami, preparation style, and format
  • Official product page: https://www.ippodotea.com/products/seiun
  • Related collection: https://www.ippodotea.com/collections/matcha
Shelf lifeConsume quickly 
Serving sizeUsucha: 2g (1 tsp.)
Koicha: 4g (2 tsp.)
Size2.1" × 2.1" × 2.6"
Net weight1.4 oz (40g)

We recommend Seiun for the matcha fan looking for a tea with a full (but not overwhelming) character. With a hearty umami and sweet taste, its aftertaste is long and elegant. We recommended trying this matcha as koicha to experience the full depth and nuances of its character. As usucha, Seiun is deeply satisfying, a standby at teatime. For matcha lattes, we usually recommend a medium-to-light category matcha with more astringency, but some will choose Seiun for its bright color and its umami-rich profile.

Ways to Prepare

The standard matcha whisking method, made to be a normal, liquid consistency.
https://ippodotea.com/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/usucha-thin-matcha

The standard matcha whisking method, made to be a normal, liquid consistency.

1. Sift matcha
2g (0.07 oz)
1.5 heaping tea ladles or 1 level teaspoon.
Sifting matcha through Ippodo Chakoshi tea strainer into cream ceramic tea bowl using Chashaku bamboo tea ladle
2. Add hot water
60 mL (2 oz) 80°C (176°F)
Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C, then pour into tea bowl.
Pouring hot water from white porcelain teacup into cream ceramic tea bowl containing vibrant green sifted matcha
3. Whisk
15 seconds
Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Whisking vibrant green matcha tea in ceramic tea bowl using Chasen bamboo whisk with zigzag
Matcha made into a rich, thick paste by using less water and more matcha powder per serving.
https://ippodotea.com/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/koicha

Matcha made into a rich, thick paste by using less water and more matcha powder per serving.

1. Sift matcha
4g (0.14 oz)
3 heaping tea ladles or 2 level teaspoons.
Sifting matcha through Ippodo Chakoshi tea strainer into cream ceramic tea bowl using Chashaku bamboo tea ladle
2. Add hot water
30 mL (1 oz) 80°C (176°F)
Cool boiling water to 80°C in teacup, then pour into bowl, just covering matcha powder.
Pouring hot water from white porcelain teacup into cream ceramic tea bowl containing vibrant green sifted matcha
3. Whisk
15 seconds
Mix slowly for 15 seconds moving back and forth.
Whisking dark green thick matcha in tea bowl using Chasen bamboo whisk and overlaid directions arrows along sides of bowl
Whisking matcha with cold or chilled water brings out a strong sweetness.
https://ippodotea.com/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/cold-whisked-matcha

Whisking matcha with cold or chilled water brings out a strong sweetness.

1. Sift matcha
2g (0.07 oz)
1.5 heaping tea ladles or 1 level teaspoon.
Sifting green Ippodo matcha powder through stainless steel tea strainer with bamboo tea ladel into glass bowl on white table
2. Add cold water
60 mL (2 oz) 5°C (40°F)
Chill water with ice and strain before use.
Pouring water from glass carafe into glass bowl of ultra fine powder sifted Ippodo Tea Co. matcha green tea powder
3. Whisk
15 seconds
Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Whisking Japanese matcha green tea in glass bowl on white table with 80-tip bamboo chasen whisk by Ippodo Tea
Combine matcha's natural sweetness and crisp green bite with the creamy texture of milk.
https://ippodotea.com/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/matcha-latte-recipe

Combine matcha's natural sweetness and crisp green bite with the creamy texture of milk.

1. Sift matcha
3g (0.11 oz)
2 heaping tea ladles or 1.5 level teaspoons.
Sifting matcha through Ippodo Chakoshi tea strainer into cream ceramic teacup with handle using Chashaku bamboo tea ladle
2. Add hot water
100 mL (3.4 oz) 80°C (176°F)
Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C, then pour into tea bowl.
Pouring hot water from white porcelain teacup into cream colored shallow ceramic mug containing vibrant green sifted matcha
3. Whisk
15 seconds
Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Whisking green matcha base in teacup with handle using Chasen bamboo whisk and overlaid directions arrows along sides of bowl
4. Add milk
100 mL (3.4 oz)
Pour warm or foamed milk into mug.
Pouring foamy frothed milk from silver pitcher into concentrated green matcha tea latte base in short beige ceramic mug
Prepare matcha with hot water and cool it rapidly with plenty of ice.
https://ippodotea.com/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/iced-matcha

Prepare matcha with hot water and cool it rapidly with plenty of ice.

1. Sift matcha
2g (0.07 oz)
1.5 heaping tea ladles or 1 level teaspoon.
Sifting matcha through Ippodo Chakoshi tea strainer into cream ceramic teacup with handle using Chashaku bamboo tea ladle
2. Add hot water
60 mL (2 oz) 80°C (176°F)
Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C, then pour into tea bowl.
Pouring hot water from white porcelain teacup into cream ceramic tea bowl containing vibrant green sifted matcha
3. Whisk
15 seconds
Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Whisking vibrant green matcha tea in ceramic tea bowl using Chasen bamboo whisk with zigzag
4. Add ice
1-2 ice cubes
Add ice, mix slightly, and it's ready!
Holding clear ice cub with bamboo tongs and placing it in vibrant green matcha tea base in cream ceramic Japanese teacup
An iced latte is smooth, refreshing, and easy-to-drink.
https://ippodotea.com/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/iced-matcha-latte

An iced latte is smooth, refreshing, and easy-to-drink.

1. Sift matcha
3g (0.11 oz)
2 heaping tea ladles or 1.5 level teaspoons.
Sifting matcha through Ippodo Chakoshi tea strainer into off-white ceramic grooved tea bowl with spout using bamboo tea ladle
2. Add hot water
100 mL (3.4 oz) 80°C (176°F)
Pour boiling water into a teacup to cool it to 80°C, then pour into tea bowl.
Pouring hot water from white porcelain teacup into ceramic white tea bowl with spout containing vibrant green sifted matcha
3. Whisk
15 seconds
Whisk vigorously 15 seconds, making an "M" shape.
Holding white tea bowl with spout and finger-groove and whisking vivid green foamy matcha tea using Chasen bamboo whisk
4. Pour over milk and ice
100 mL (3.4 oz)
Add cold milk and ice to a glass, then pour the matcha mixture on top. Enjoy!
Short stemmed glass with decadent layered green matcha and milk with ice and glass straw
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