Description
Wakatake (若竹)
Uji Matcha for Premium Confectionery and Food Processing
Product Type: Culinary Matcha / Green Tea Powder
Recommended For: Matcha lattes, ice cream, whipped cream, cakes, cookies, and desserts
About Wakatake
Wakatake is a Kyoto-grown Uji Matcha developed for confectionery and food processing. Its bright green color is complemented by mellow richness, balanced umami, and gentle astringency.
Its color, flavor, and aroma offer a refined matcha character suitable for premium desserts. When used generously, the distinctive taste of matcha remains noticeable even when combined with milk, cream, or sugar.
Flavor Profile
Wakatake combines mellow richness and umami with a moderate level of astringency. Its well-balanced profile adds recognizable Japanese green tea flavor without relying only on bitterness.
- Bright and appealing green color
- Mellow richness with balanced umami
- Moderate, refreshing astringency
- Distinctive matcha flavor in milk- and cream-based recipes
Recommended Uses
- Premium matcha ice cream and gelato
- Matcha lattes and blended beverages
- Whipped cream, buttercream, and pastry fillings
- Cakes, sponge cakes, and pound cakes
- Cookies, biscuits, and baked confectionery
- Cheesecakes, puddings, and chilled desserts
- Japanese and Western-style confectionery
How to Use
Sift the matcha before use to help remove naturally occurring clumps. Add it gradually to dry ingredients or blend it with a small amount of liquid before combining it with the remaining ingredients.
The ideal amount will vary depending on the recipe, sweetness, dairy content, and desired matcha intensity. Testing a small batch first is recommended.
Professional Tips
- Sift before mixing for smoother incorporation.
- Blend with a small amount of warm liquid to create a smooth paste for beverages and creams.
- Keep the package open for as little time as possible.
- Protect the powder from heat, moisture, light, and strong odors.
- Natural matcha color may change when exposed to prolonged heat or light.
Product Specifications
Brand: Marukyu Koyamaen
Product Name: Wakatake (若竹)
Product Type: Matcha for Confectionery and Food Processing
Tea Classification: Uji Matcha / Green Tea Powder
Ingredients: Green tea (Japan)
Production Area: Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Net Weight: 100g
Package Type: Bag
Package Dimensions: W21 × H14.5 × D2cm
Best Before: 4 months from manufacture
JAN: 4994520211601
Manufacturer: Marukyu Koyamaen Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer Address: 86 Terauchi, Ogura-cho, Uji-shi, Kyoto 611-0042, Japan
Storage and Handling
Store unopened matcha in a cool, dark place or under refrigeration. If refrigerated, allow the unopened package to return close to room temperature before opening to help prevent condensation.
After opening, transfer the matcha to a tightly sealed container and refrigerate. Protect it from heat, humidity, direct sunlight, and strong odors, and use it as soon as possible for the best color, aroma, and flavor.
Key Highlights
Bright Kyoto Uji Matcha: Wakatake provides an attractive green color with mellow richness, balanced umami, and moderate astringency.
Made for Confectionery: Its recognizable matcha character works especially well in ice cream, whipped cream, cakes, cookies, lattes, and premium desserts.
Convenient 100g Format: The practical bag size is suitable for home baking, recipe testing, cafés, pastry kitchens, and small-batch food production.
Notes and Precautions
- This product is intended primarily for confectionery and food processing.
- Matcha may naturally form small clumps during transportation or storage; this does not indicate a quality problem.
- Sift the powder before use when a smooth texture is required.
- Color, aroma, and flavor may vary slightly because matcha is a natural agricultural product.
- Consume promptly after opening.