“Extrait”

Grade 1 – Signature Matcha

The Essence of Matcha

Signature Matcha & Tea Collection

The purest and most concentrated expression of matcha at Ginza Fuka.

MATCHA 01 – EXTRAIT is our flagship matcha, created to reveal the remarkable depth, complexity, and intensity that can exist within a single bowl.

Rather than defining Extrait by one fixed origin, we carefully select exceptional matcha according to each season and harvest, choosing teas for their depth, aroma, umami, and refined bitterness. The composition may evolve, but its purpose remains unchanged: to express matcha in its most complete and concentrated form.

The name Extrait, meaning “extract” or “essence,” reflects this philosophy.

Rich umami emerges first, followed by deep vegetal notes, restrained sweetness, and an elegant bitterness that gives the tea its structure. As these elements unfold, the character of the matcha becomes increasingly complex, leaving a long and distinctive finish.

Prepared traditionally with water, Extrait reveals its clarity and precision. At higher concentrations, its remarkable density and depth become even more pronounced.

This is matcha without distraction.

An exploration of depth, bitterness, sweetness, and umami, distilled to their essence.

Tasting Notes

Top Notes
Fresh green aroma and subtle natural sweetness

Middle Notes
Concentrated umami and deep vegetal richness

Finish
Refined bitterness with a long, complex finish

Origin

Japan

Selected and carefully blended by Fuya Ohashi, founder of GINZA FUKA, to achieve exceptional depth, aroma, umami, and refined bitterness.

Recommended Preparation

Temperature
75°C / 167°F

Amount
2.5g Matcha / 60ml Water

Style
Traditional Whisked Matcha

For a deeper expression, increase the concentration while maintaining a lower water temperature.

Signature Matcha & Tea

The Signature Matcha & Tea Collection represents the foundation of Ginza Fuka’s approach to Japanese tea.

Each tea is selected or composed to reveal a distinct expression of Japanese tea, from the concentrated depth of matcha to the character of sencha and roasted tea.