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Mr. Konishi, the charming creator of this tea, has delighted us with this elegant, green tea created from the Tsuyuhikari cultivar which is shaded during the last two weeks before harvest, a technique that brings out more of the essential oils and flavors that the leaf naturally yields. (This tea is very, very similar to a gyokuro, which is also shaded.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Rich notes of umami warm up against the almost voluptuous, oceanic quality of the liquor, finishing with delicate hint of spun sugar.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrigin: Kawanehon, Haibara District, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan - 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFarmer: Mr. Konishi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bellocq","offers":[{"title":"Atelier Bag, 2oz\/57g","offer_id":574348501,"sku":"NO57-AB","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yellow Traveler Caddy, (4.75\") 5.5oz\/156g","offer_id":772156645,"sku":"NO57-TCY","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue Traveler Caddy, (4.75\") 5.5oz\/156g","offer_id":1693481732,"sku":"NO57-TCB","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver Traveler Caddy, (4.75\") 5.5oz\/156g","offer_id":31841629372482,"sku":"NO57TCS","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bulk (1lb)","offer_id":45898957842,"sku":"NO57-BULK","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/0421_Bellocq-KabuseSencha-506.jpg?v=1619206458"},{"product_id":"no-matcha-standard-grade","title":"MATCHA KOMOREBI | 木漏れ日 | 1 lb.","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003eLearn more about the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bellocqtea.mom\/pages\/global-matcha-crisis-update\"\u003eGlobal Matcha Crisis.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e木漏れ日\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003eVibrant ~ Umami ~ Fresh \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eKomorebi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etranslates to \u003cem\u003e’the sunlight that filters through the trees’\u003c\/em\u003e and we believe this describes the poetic spirit of this fine - and bountiful -  offering. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003eWe are delighted to share the eagerly-anticipated arrival of our exceptional garden direct, 2025 harvest from Kiyoharu Tsuji of Tsujiki Matcha in Shirakawa, Uji, Kyoto.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p2\"\u003eIt is a pleasure to share with you just how special - and different -  matcha made with Tsuji’s level of care and quality can be: vibrant, \u003cem\u003efresh, energizing yet grounding, and smooth\u003c\/em\u003e. Upon opening the bag, the difference in quality is instantly apparent: the radiant, electric-green hue of \u003cem\u003efreshly milled\u003c\/em\u003e matcha meets the eye. When sifted, whisked, and imbibed, the palate is awash with smooth umami and a delightful, fresh aftertaste \u003cem\u003euplifts and energizes the senses\u003c\/em\u003e.  This matcha is wonderful on its own, or in a latte and performs beautifully both hot and iced. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p2\"\u003eTsuji san is a 5th generation grower and Tsujiki is one of the most highly revered matcha producers in Japan, specializing in the elegant Asahi cultivar. They have won several awards from the Japanese government, including 6 from the ministry of agriculture as well as The 56th Prime Minister's award for excellence in agriculture.  Everything about their tea embodies the spirit of matcha’s ancestral home,  Kyoto Japan. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur KOMOREBI Matcha is only available in resealable 1-pound bags. We recommend storing your matcha in the refrigerator to maximize and maintain the tea's freshness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin:  Uji Shirakawa, Kyoto, Japan - 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFarmer:  Tsujiki \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bellocq","offers":[{"title":"Bulk (1 lb)","offer_id":46350858002,"sku":"NO80-BULK","price":294.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Bellocq-TeasDay3-Mulberry-1948_4.jpg?v=1675095030"},{"product_id":"no-104-shizuoka-gozen","title":"No. 104, Competition Shizuoka Gozen (organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e                 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, hand-plucked and rolled leaves of the deepest, most lustrous green. A masterful, organic and meticulously-crafted tea of the highest order from Mr. Konishi.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are rare moments, upon tasting a tea, when you become keenly aware that you are experiencing something truly extraordinary. We had one of those moments with this tea, a combination of Yabukita and Sakuramidori cultivars harvested once a year using competition growing techniques as well as permanent growing techniques, from young tea bushes using the kabuse method.  The translucent, emerald brew is redolent with umami and profound oceanic notes. Fleshy, autumnal notes give way to a pleasant, delicate sweetness and hint of herbaceous shiso, culminating with a cooling sensation on the palate. The wet leaf suggests, subtle fruit-driven notes and a suggestion of rose. A confident, masterful tea of depth and power. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged in 57g nitrogen flush sachets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis may be one of the finest green teas you will ever have the pleasure of experiencing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrigin: Kawanehon, Haibara District, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan - 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrower: Mr. Konishi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bellocq","offers":[{"title":"Atelier Bag, 2oz\/57g","offer_id":29262841426,"sku":"NO104-AB","price":82.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yellow Traveler Caddy, (4.75\") 5.5oz\/156g","offer_id":29262841490,"sku":"NO104-TCY","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue Traveler Caddy, (4.75\") 5.5oz\/156g","offer_id":29262841554,"sku":"NO104-TCB","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver Travler Caddy (4.75\") 5.5oz\/156g","offer_id":39794860261442,"sku":"NO104-TCS","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yellow Connoisseur Caddy, (6\") 17oz\/482g","offer_id":29262841618,"sku":"NO104-CCY","price":764.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue Connoisseur Caddy, (6\") 17oz\/482g","offer_id":29262841682,"sku":"NO104-CCB","price":764.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver Connoisseur Caddy, (6\") 5.5oz\/128g","offer_id":41616831447106,"sku":"","price":764.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Bellocq-TeasDay2-Hanayaka-778.jpg?v=1604696976"},{"product_id":"105-hanayaka-kousyun","title":"No. 105, Hanayaka Koushun","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother graceful and meticulous organic masterpiece from Mr. Konishi.  One might venture to say \u003cem\u003eheavenly.  \u003c\/em\u003eHand-plucked young buds reveal a light, fresh and herbaceous cup with delicate, articulated floral notes, suggestive of orchid and a sustaining, uplifting energy.  Profound clarity and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced without chemical pesticides or fertilizers. Organic. 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A member of our team suggested this matcha might have been \"distilled from a stalactite\" and the perfect choice for \"Jedi's everywhere\". \u003c\/span\u003eFutmetsu Komachi translates to \"The Immortal Poet\" and is one of the most exceptional teas we have had the honor, and pleasure, to experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFumetsu Komachi Matcha is part of the new Bellocq Matcha collection. We are honored to be working with one of the most revered matcha producers in Japan who have been cultivating and processing exquisite matcha since the 16th century. Enjoyed by Emperors, their rare and exceptional teas may now be enjoyed by our discerning clientele.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" class=\"p1\"\u003e To Prepare:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBring filtered or spring water to 160ºF. 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