Marukyu Koyamaen Isuzu Matcha - Ceremonial Japanese Matcha

Marukyu Koyamaen Isuzu Matcha – Ceremonial Japanese Matcha

Smooth, balanced, and easy to enjoy every day.

Isuzu by Marukyu Koyamaen is a ceremonial Japanese matcha known for its refreshing aroma, mellow umami, and gentle bitterness.

It has a smooth and balanced flavour with light astringency, making it a great choice for traditional usucha, iced matcha, and soft matcha lattes. Compared with bolder entry-level matcha, Isuzu feels smoother and more approachable, while still keeping a clear matcha taste.

Best For

• Traditional usucha / thin tea
• Hot matcha
• Iced matcha
• Matcha latte
• Daily ceremonial matcha
• Beginners exploring Marukyu Koyamaen matcha
• Customers who prefer a smoother, less harsh matcha

Taste Profile

Flavour: Smooth, balanced, refreshing
Umami: Gentle to medium
Bitterness: Mild
Astringency: Light to medium
Aroma: Fresh, soft, and slightly floral
Texture: Smooth when whisked properly
Finish: Clean, mellow, and easy to drink

How to Use

For traditional matcha, sift 2g of Isuzu into a bowl, add 60–70ml warm water, then whisk quickly in a W or M motion until smooth and lightly frothy.

For a matcha latte, use 3–4g with 30–50ml warm water, whisk until smooth, then pour over your choice of milk or ice.

Storage

Keep sealed and store away from heat, light, moisture, and strong odours. After opening, close tightly and refrigerate for best freshness.