Baba Mukashi by Kanbayashi Shunsho
Baba Mukashi (祖母昔) is a premium ceremonial-grade koicha matcha from Kanbayashi Shunshō, one of Uji’s most revered tea families. Revered since the Tokugawa era as "Grandmother's tea," this elegant matcha delivers deep, velvety umami with creamy sweetness, no bitterness, and a lingering custard-cream aftertaste—a refined experience for ceremonial sipping or luxurious lattes.
About this item:
- Rich & Creamy: Indulgent mouthfeel with naturally sweet, dessert-like notes—vanilla, dried dates, and tender greens—without any bitterness.
- High Ceremonial Tier: The third highest-grade matcha in the Kanbayashi lineup—crafted for koicha with profound depth and balance.
- Historical Legacy: Named after tea loved by Tokugawa Ieyasu’s grandmother; reserved exclusively within the Kanbayashi family.
- Delicate Yet Powerful: Smooth, velvety sip with custard-like creaminess and clean, long-lasting finish.
- Elegant Uji Craftsmanship: Shade-grown, hand-picked buds stone-ground to preserve L-theanine and aroma in Uji, Kyoto.
- Exclusive Format: Offered in a 40 g premium box—perfect for ceremony, gifting, or regular high-tier enjoyment.
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Baba Mukashi (祖母昔) is a premium ceremonial-grade koicha matcha from Kanbayashi Shunshō, one of Uji’s most revered tea families. Revered since the Tokugawa era as "Grandmother's tea," this elegant matcha delivers deep, velvety umami with creamy sweetness, no bitterness, and a lingering custard-cream aftertaste—a refined experience for ceremonial sipping or luxurious lattes.
About this item:
- Rich & Creamy: Indulgent mouthfeel with naturally sweet, dessert-like notes—vanilla, dried dates, and tender greens—without any bitterness.
- High Ceremonial Tier: The third highest-grade matcha in the Kanbayashi lineup—crafted for koicha with profound depth and balance.
- Historical Legacy: Named after tea loved by Tokugawa Ieyasu’s grandmother; reserved exclusively within the Kanbayashi family.
- Delicate Yet Powerful: Smooth, velvety sip with custard-like creaminess and clean, long-lasting finish.
- Elegant Uji Craftsmanship: Shade-grown, hand-picked buds stone-ground to preserve L-theanine and aroma in Uji, Kyoto.
- Exclusive Format: Offered in a 40 g premium box—perfect for ceremony, gifting, or regular high-tier enjoyment.
