Wako by Marukyu Koyamaen

Wako by Marukyu Koyamaen is an Uji matcha known for its smooth, clean character and low bitterness. Wako has a fresh aroma with a light, smooth finish, making it particularly well suited to traditional usucha.

Compared with Aoarashi and Isuzu, Wako moves away from noticeable bitterness and astringency towards a smoother cup with a gentle sweetness, it's easy to drink with a good amount of umami.

How Does It Taste?

Smooth, Gently Sweet and Low in Bitterness

Flavour Profile:
Wako has a smooth overall flavour with mellow umami, gentle sweetness and very little bitterness. Fresh green notes sit in the background, giving Wako a more rounded taste.

Aroma:
Fresh and clean.

Finish:
Light, smooth and clean with very little lingering bitterness. This smooth finish is one of the main characteristics highlighted by Marukyu Koyamaen.

What to Enjoy It With

Japanese Sweets:
Pair with wagashi, mochi or dorayaki.

Western Sweets:
Enjoy with butter cookies, sponge cake, vanilla desserts or lightly sweet pastries.

At a Glance

• Grade: Ceremonial Grade
• Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
• Producer: Marukyu Koyamaen
• Preparation: Traditional usucha
• Taste: Smooth with mellow umami, gentle sweetness and low bitterness
• Ideal for: Usucha and those who prefer a smoother, lower-bitterness matcha

Brewing Tip

Wako is best appreciated as usucha. Start with around 2g of matcha and 70ml of water at approximately 75–80°C. Keeping the preparation simple allows its smooth finish and natural sweetness to come through. For lattes 3g of matcha and 40ml of water.