I have my eye on... Ceremonial Matcha Tea Sets
I am deeply interested in the Koicha preparation of ceremonial Matcha tea. Matcha is the stone ground, shade grown tencha green tea leaf, used to prepare Koicha ("thick tea") or Usucha, which I believe many green tea enthusiasts are exposed to with the abundance of bottled Matcha drinks.
To experience Koicha matcha is a very different experience, one I believe many do not get exposure to in the US. As a huge green tea fan and an even bigger matcha fan, I am looking to collect elegant sets of ceremonial matcha ceramics and tools. I am looking to practice and get this unique tea consistency down.
To me, koicha matcha is divinity in a cup, especially with the right matcha powder. The delicate nature of the growth of the Japanese tencha leaves gives it a slightly sweet kelp flavor that is distinct, yet some matcha powders, if not properly grown tend to be bitter. Since it is something I enjoy I want to prepare the full experience for guests, which is what leads me to my quest for the proper Japanese Tea Ceremony or chanoyu.
Now I find myself on the search for the right ceremonial set. The set usually consists of a ceramic tea bowl, a bamboo whisk, a bamboo scoop and scoop holder, which sometimes is also ceramic. Beautiful new sets exist, but being the vintage lover that I am, I'd like to reuse something that someone might not want anymore. The trouble I am having is finding a vintage set that speaks to me. There are beautiful creations coming from specialty ceramic makers in Japan,
To experience Koicha matcha is a very different experience, one I believe many do not get exposure to in the US. As a huge green tea fan and an even bigger matcha fan, I am looking to collect elegant sets of ceremonial matcha ceramics and tools. I am looking to practice and get this unique tea consistency down.
To me, koicha matcha is divinity in a cup, especially with the right matcha powder. The delicate nature of the growth of the Japanese tencha leaves gives it a slightly sweet kelp flavor that is distinct, yet some matcha powders, if not properly grown tend to be bitter. Since it is something I enjoy I want to prepare the full experience for guests, which is what leads me to my quest for the proper Japanese Tea Ceremony or chanoyu.
Now I find myself on the search for the right ceremonial set. The set usually consists of a ceramic tea bowl, a bamboo whisk, a bamboo scoop and scoop holder, which sometimes is also ceramic. Beautiful new sets exist, but being the vintage lover that I am, I'd like to reuse something that someone might not want anymore. The trouble I am having is finding a vintage set that speaks to me. There are beautiful creations coming from specialty ceramic makers in Japan,
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