Saemidori Matcha 30g (Billy Series #01)

Saemidori Matcha 30g Billy Series #01

Experience a naturally sweet, vivid green single-cultivar matcha from Kagoshima, crafted for those who enjoy a smooth cup with gentle umami and almost no bitterness. Saemidori Matcha is a ceremonial-grade single cultivar selected for its clean sweetness, soft umami, and bright, fresh character.

The first sip brings a light, fresh sweetness reminiscent of young greens, followed by a soft, rounded umami that gives the matcha body without heaviness. Its silky texture creates a smooth mouthfeel, while the clean finish leaves very little astringency, making it easy to enjoy even for those new to drinking matcha straight.

Grown in Kagoshima in southern Japan, where the warmer climate allows the leaves to bud earlier in the season, Saemidori develops the vivid green colour and natural sweetness the cultivar is known for. Whisk it with water for a bright, gentle usucha, or use it in a latte where its sweetness stands out clearly against milk. It is also excellent over ice, where the freshness of the cultivar really comes through.

Flavor Profile
Sweet • Fresh • Soft Umami • Silky • Clean Finish

Why You'll Love It

• Naturally Sweet — Saemidori is known for its inherent sweetness, with very little of the bitterness found in other cultivars.
• Vivid Colour — A bright, clear green in the bowl and in the cup, exactly as the cultivar's name describes.
• Soft Umami — A gentle savoury depth that adds body without overpowering the sweetness.
• Silky Mouthfeel — Smooth and light, pleasant whether whisked with water or milk.
• Single Cultivar — 100% Saemidori, so you taste the character of one cultivar from one region.
• Versatile — Ideal for usucha, iced matcha, and lattes.

Recommended Preparation
For a traditional cup, sift 2g of matcha into a bowl and add approximately 60–70ml of warm water. Whisk until smooth and lightly frothy.

For a matcha latte, use 3–4g of matcha with approximately 30–50ml of warm water, whisk until fully dissolved, then add your preferred milk and sweetener. Go lighter on the sweetener than usual so the cultivar's natural sweetness comes through.

For the best flavor, use water around 70–80°C and avoid boiling water, which can bring out bitterness.

Storage
To preserve its fresh aroma, vibrant colour, and delicate character, keep the matcha sealed tightly and away from heat, light, moisture, and strong odors. For longer-term storage, refrigeration is recommended. Allow refrigerated matcha to return to room temperature before opening to minimize condensation.

About the Billy Series
The Billy Series is named after Billy, our dog who was with us through the early years of japanmatcha.ph. #01 is the first tin in the series, and we chose Saemidori to open it: a cultivar that is gentle, easy to love, and hard to forget.

Product Details

• Product: Saemidori Matcha Billy Series #01
• Grade: Ceremonial Grade, Single Cultivar
• Cultivar: Saemidori (100%)
• Origin: Kagoshima, Japan
• Net Weight: 30g
• Flavor: Sweet, Fresh, Soft Umami
• Best For: Usucha, iced matcha, matcha latte
  

A naturally sweet, vivid single-cultivar matcha from Kagoshima for those who enjoy a smooth, clean cup with gentle umami and almost no bitterness. Whether whisked traditionally or poured over ice, Saemidori Matcha delivers the bright, fresh character of the cultivar in every cup.