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Chazoku Single Cultivar Samidori review

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Umami
4
Bitter
1
Astringent
2
Sweet
3

Product Details

Brand
Chazoku
Origin
Kagoshima
Grade
Ceremonial
Cultivars
Samidori
Sizes
35g, 100g
Lab Tested
Radiation
Description

Samidori is known for a smooth, sweet, traditional umami profile. Chazoku's single-cultivar version has a rich, creamy body with hazelnut and chocolate undertones and a delicate umami finish. Its smoothness suits koicha (thick tea) and richer lattes.

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BrandTested Apr 28, 2025View report
Radiation
Cesium-134A radioactive isotope monitored in Japanese tea since the 2011 Fukushima accident. Shown in becquerels per kilogram (Bq/kg); Japan’s food limit is 100 Bq/kg. Most matcha tests as not detected.Not detected (<10 Bq/kg)
Cesium-137A radioactive isotope monitored in Japanese tea since the 2011 Fukushima accident. Shown in becquerels per kilogram (Bq/kg); Japan’s food limit is 100 Bq/kg. Most matcha tests as not detected.Not detected (<10 Bq/kg)

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