World's Best Matcha? - Japan's National Tea Competition 全国茶品評会 (Part 1)

[@Ooika]

That's for watching! What's the most surprising part of how Matcha is judged at the National Tea Competition?

[@CoryHobbs2178]

To me it's really strange to dump boiling water in it and then be surprised when it's yellow hahaha. But that makes sense higher quality teas would keep their color better. I really only drink matcha but I've taken a liking to Sencha lately for afternoon brewing.

[@CoryHobbs2178]

can only say WOW. I just tasted the Yame matcha from you (Ooika). I ordered on Black Friday. That is the most bright green, tastiest matcha I have ever tried. And I've tried some pretty decent stuff. Eshima Okumidori Yame. I can't wait to try the other one I ordered. You don't even need any honey at all, not even a little. Amazing!! The freshness is out of this world.

[@Ooika]

That’s amazing, thank you so much!!!

[@CoryHobbs2178]

you bet. Can't wait to snag some more@@Ooika

[@clairechapin5325]

What is the price point. I find matcha pretty pricey.

[@Ooika]

Tencha (unground Matcha) that wins first place at the national tea competition can sell for $4,000 to $6,000 per 1000 grams.

[@yokosomike]

Can anyone attend the competition?

[@Justinaudiovisual]

Im wondering the same thing! Can I attend with you Ooika and does anyone get to try any of the competition teas there? :)