{"product_id":"ishimoto-kawaguchiken-iwai-no-shiro-matcha-ceremonial-japanese-matcha","title":"Ishimoto Kawaguchiken Iwai no Shiro Matcha – Ceremonial Japanese Matcha","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIshimoto Kawaguchiken Iwai no Shiro Matcha – Ceremonial Japanese Matcha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean, brisk, and distinctly bittersweet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIwai no Shiro by Ishimoto Kawaguchiken is a stone-ground Uji matcha with a light body, refreshing vegetal character, and a more pronounced bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with smoother and more umami-forward matcha, Iwai no Shiro offers a crisp, straightforward flavour with gentle savoury notes and a clean finish. Its stronger bitterness makes it especially enjoyable for those who appreciate a traditional, brisk matcha profile, while also pairing beautifully with sweet desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional usucha \/ thin tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIced matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairing with sweets and desserts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers who enjoy a more noticeable matcha bitterness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose who prefer a lighter, cleaner flavour profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetal, brisk, bittersweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUmami:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pronounced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to pronounced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh and vegetal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light and smooth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, dry, and refreshing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor traditional usucha, sift 2g of Iwai no Shiro into a bowl, add 60–70ml warm water, then whisk quickly in a W or M motion until smooth and lightly frothy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts more pronounced bitterness also makes Iwai no Shiro a natural pairing with sweet Japanese or Western-style desserts, where the sweetness helps create a pleasant contrast with the matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep sealed and store away from heat, light, moisture, and strong odours. After opening, close tightly and refrigerate for best freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ishimoto Kawaguchiken","offers":[{"title":"40g","offer_id":53256780939553,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/9696\/4385\/files\/Chitose.png?v=1786795777","url":"https:\/\/2seacrabsmatcha.myshopify.com\/products\/ishimoto-kawaguchiken-iwai-no-shiro-matcha-ceremonial-japanese-matcha","provider":"2 Sea Crabs Matcha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}