Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake Matcha 100g – Premium Japanese Culinary Matcha

★★★★★ Premium Culinary Matcha for Lattes, Baking & Desserts

Brand: Marukyu Koyamaen
Product: Wakatake (若竹)
Net Weight: 100g
Packaging: Bag / Pouch
Origin: Japan
Product Type: Japanese Culinary Matcha
Best For: Matcha Lattes, Baking, Desserts, Cream & Daily Café-Style Drinks
Best-Before Period: 7 Months

Premium Japanese Culinary Matcha for Everyday Creativity

Bring authentic Japanese matcha into your daily drinks and recipes with Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake Matcha 100g.

Produced by the renowned Japanese tea maker Marukyu Koyamaen, Wakatake (若竹) is a culinary matcha characterized by a satisfying balance of richness and sweetness with an attractive bright green color.

Unlike premium traditional matcha designed primarily for drinking with water, Wakatake is specifically recommended for applications where matcha is combined with other ingredients.

Its matcha character remains noticeable when paired with milk and sugar, making it an excellent choice for daily matcha lattes, premium sweets, whipping cream, baking, and desserts.

The convenient 100g bag is ideal for home baristas, frequent latte drinkers, bakers, and anyone who wants authentic Japanese culinary matcha in a practical everyday size.

Why You'll Love Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake

• Authentic Japanese Matcha – Produced by Marukyu Koyamaen.
• Matcha for Cooking – Officially categorized by the producer for culinary applications.
• Rich & Sweet Balance – Designed to provide satisfying matcha flavor in recipes.
• Bright Green Color – Adds an appealing natural matcha appearance to drinks and desserts.
• Excellent with Milk & Sugar – Its matcha character remains noticeable when combined with other ingredients.
• Perfect for Daily Matcha Lattes – One of the applications specifically recommended by Marukyu Koyamaen.
• Excellent for Premium Sweets – Ideal for Japanese-inspired and modern desserts.
• Great for Baking – Use in cakes, cookies, bread, pastries, and more.
• Ideal for Whipping Cream – Create matcha cream for cakes, drinks, and desserts.
• 100g Bag – Practical for frequent home use and small-batch food preparation.

Taste & Flavor Profile

Wakatake is designed to provide enough matcha character to remain noticeable when combined with milk, sugar, cream, and other ingredients.

Marukyu Koyamaen describes Wakatake as offering a balance between richness and sweetness, together with a bright green appearance.

Taste Profile

Richness: ★★★★☆
Sweetness: ★★★★☆
Umami: ★★★☆☆
Bitterness: ★★☆☆☆
Astringency: ★★☆☆☆
Matcha Intensity: ★★★★☆
Color: ★★★★★

Tasting Notes

Rich Matcha · Gentle Sweetness · Fresh Green Character · Balanced Finish

Its combination of richness, sweetness, and visual appeal makes Wakatake particularly useful for modern matcha drinks and desserts.

What Is Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake?

Wakatake (若竹) is a Japanese matcha produced by Marukyu Koyamaen and officially categorized within the producer's Matcha for Cooking range.

Marukyu Koyamaen describes Wakatake as having a perfect balance between richness and sweetness with a bright green color.

The producer also notes that using a sufficient amount of Wakatake helps emphasize the original matcha flavor even when the tea is mixed with milk and sugar.

This makes Wakatake particularly suitable for:

• Matcha lattes
• Iced matcha
• Premium sweets
• Whipping cream
• Cakes
• Cookies
• Pastries
• Baking
• Modern matcha desserts

Rather than paying for a higher-level traditional matcha whose delicate characteristics may be masked by milk or sugar, Wakatake provides a practical matcha specifically suited to these applications.

About Marukyu Koyamaen

Marukyu Koyamaen (丸久小山園) is a renowned Japanese tea producer with approximately 300 years of history rooted in Ogura, Uji, Kyoto.

The company produces a broad range of Japanese teas, from prestigious matcha intended for traditional tea preparation to matcha developed specifically for cooking, sweets, and modern culinary applications.

Marukyu Koyamaen's long-standing philosophy emphasizes quality throughout tea cultivation, selection, processing, and blending.

Wakatake brings that tea-making heritage into a versatile culinary matcha suitable for everyday modern use.

Best Use #1 – Daily Matcha Latte

One of the best uses for Wakatake is the daily matcha latte.

Marukyu Koyamaen specifically recommends Wakatake for this purpose.

Because Wakatake maintains noticeable matcha flavor when combined with milk and sugar, it works particularly well for both hot and iced lattes.

Hot Wakatake Matcha Latte

Ingredients:

• 3–4g Wakatake Matcha
• 40–50ml warm water
• 150–200ml milk
• Sweetener, optional

Preparation

1. Sift 3–4g of Wakatake into a bowl.
2. Add 40–50ml of warm water.
3. Whisk until completely smooth.
4. Add steamed milk.
5. Sweeten to taste.
6. Enjoy immediately.

Iced Wakatake Matcha Latte

For a refreshing everyday drink:

• 3–4g Wakatake
• 40–50ml warm water
• 150–200ml cold milk
• Ice
• Sweetener, optional

Whisk Wakatake with warm water until smooth.

Fill a glass with ice and milk, then pour the prepared matcha over the top.

The bright green color also makes Wakatake particularly attractive for layered iced matcha drinks.

Creative Matcha Latte Ideas

Wakatake's ability to work alongside milk and sweetness also makes it useful for flavored café-style drinks.

Try it with:

• Strawberry matcha latte
• Vanilla matcha latte
• Mango matcha latte
• Coconut matcha
• Honey matcha latte
• Brown sugar matcha
• Matcha white chocolate
• Matcha cream latte

When adding syrups or strongly flavored ingredients, slightly increasing the amount of matcha can help maintain the desired tea intensity.

Best Use #2 – Baking

Marukyu Koyamaen specifically recommends Wakatake for baking.

Its bright green appearance and recognizable matcha character make it a versatile ingredient for:

• Matcha cookies
• Matcha pound cake
• Matcha cheesecake
• Matcha muffins
• Matcha brownies
• Matcha sponge cake
• Matcha bread
• Matcha croissants
• Matcha madeleines
• Matcha pancakes

Because recipe ingredients and baking temperatures can affect matcha flavor and appearance, adjust the amount of Wakatake according to your desired matcha intensity.

Best Use #3 – Premium Matcha Sweets

Wakatake is also recommended for premium sweets.

Use it to create:

• Matcha tiramisu
• Matcha pudding
• Matcha mousse
• Matcha ice cream
• Matcha gelato
• Matcha mochi
• Matcha cheesecake
• Matcha parfait
• Matcha chocolate
• Matcha truffles

Its balance of richness and sweetness makes it particularly useful in desserts where matcha needs to complement rather than overpower other flavors.

Best Use #4 – Matcha Whipping Cream

Marukyu Koyamaen specifically recommends Wakatake for whipping cream applications.

Matcha whipping cream can be used for:

• Cakes
• Roll cakes
• Cupcakes
• Pancakes
• Waffles
• Parfaits
• Fruit sandwiches
• Café drinks
• Dessert toppings

For a simple starting point, sift a small amount of Wakatake into cream before whipping and adjust according to your desired flavor intensity.

Wakatake 100g – How Many Servings?

The number of servings depends on how you use Wakatake.

Matcha Latte

At 3g per latte: 100g ≈ 33 drinks

At 4g per latte: 100g ≈ 25 drinks

Baking & Desserts

Yield will depend on the recipe and desired matcha intensity.

The 100g bag provides enough matcha for multiple baking sessions, making it practical for frequent home bakers and matcha dessert enthusiasts.

Why Choose the 100g Bag?

The 100g Wakatake bag offers an excellent balance between quantity and freshness.

It is particularly suitable for:

• Daily matcha latte drinkers
• Home baristas
• Home bakers
• Matcha dessert enthusiasts
• Small cafés
• Recipe development
• Frequent culinary matcha users
• Customers who need more than a small matcha tin

For customers drinking one 3g matcha latte per day, a 100g bag provides approximately one month of matcha.

Is Wakatake Ceremonial Grade Matcha?

Wakatake should not primarily be marketed as ceremonial-grade matcha.

“Ceremonial grade” itself is not an official standardized Japanese matcha classification, and Marukyu Koyamaen officially categorizes Wakatake as Matcha for Cooking.

For Kisshomori, the most accurate positioning is:

Premium Japanese culinary matcha for lattes, sweets, cream, and baking.

Customers looking for traditional drinking matcha should consider Marukyu Koyamaen's Principal Matcha collection instead.

Is Wakatake Good for Matcha Lattes?

Matcha lattes are one of the applications specifically recommended for Wakatake by Marukyu Koyamaen.

The producer notes that using a sufficient amount helps the original matcha flavor remain noticeable even when mixed with milk and sugar.

This makes Wakatake an excellent option for customers who drink matcha lattes regularly.

Is Wakatake Good for Beginners?

Yes, especially for customers whose introduction to matcha is through lattes and café-style beverages.

Wakatake provides an accessible way to experience authentic Japanese matcha without paying for a higher-level traditional tea whose subtle qualities may be masked by milk and sweetener.

For beginners interested primarily in traditional matcha with water, a Principal Matcha selection may be more appropriate.

Who Should Choose Wakatake 100g?

Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake 100g is particularly suitable for:

• Daily matcha latte drinkers
• Home baristas
• Matcha beginners who prefer milk-based drinks
• Home bakers
• Pastry enthusiasts
• Dessert makers
• Small cafés
• Matcha content creators
• Customers making flavored matcha drinks
• Customers looking for Japanese culinary matcha in Canada
• Customers who want a practical 100g format

Product Details

Product Information	Details
Product Name	Wakatake (若竹)
Brand	Marukyu Koyamaen
Category	Matcha for Cooking
Net Weight	100g
Packaging	Bag / Pouch
SKU	1B27100C6
Best For	Matcha Latte, Sweets, Cream & Baking
Flavor Profile	Rich & Sweet
Appearance	Bright Green
Approx. Latte Servings	25–33 at 3–4g each
Best-Before Period	7 Months

How to Store Wakatake Matcha

Matcha is sensitive to oxygen, heat, humidity, light, and strong odors.

Marukyu Koyamaen recommends storing matcha in a dark, cool cabinet or refrigerator.

For the best freshness:

• Keep the bag tightly sealed.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• Keep away from heat and humidity.
• Avoid strongly scented foods.
• Always use clean and dry utensils.
• Refrigerate when appropriate.
• Minimize how long the bag remains open.

Storage Tip for the 100g Bag

If you use Wakatake every day, consider transferring a smaller amount into an airtight container for regular use.

Keep the remaining matcha tightly sealed and properly stored.

This reduces repeated exposure of the entire 100g supply to oxygen and moisture.

Why Buy Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake from Kisshomori?

At Kisshomori, we curate authentic Japanese matcha for customers across Canada who want the right matcha for the way they actually drink and use it.

Choose Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake Matcha 100g if you're looking for:

• Authentic Japanese matcha
• Matcha from Marukyu Koyamaen
• Premium culinary matcha
• Japanese matcha for daily lattes
• Matcha for baking
• Matcha for desserts
• Matcha for whipping cream
• A practical 100g format
• Japanese culinary matcha available in Canada

Whether you're making your morning iced matcha latte, experimenting with strawberry matcha, or baking a matcha cheesecake, Wakatake provides the versatility to bring authentic Japanese matcha into your everyday recipes.

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