Sparkling Yuzu Genmaicha Ceremonial Matcha

Appearance. A champagne hue.^[1]

Nose. Bright citrus yuzu notes intertwined with roasted grains.^[1]

Palate. Tart yuzu combines with nutty genmaicha, with subtle earthy matcha undertones. The finish is crisp and clean, with lingering yuzu zest and a gentle roasted aftertaste.^[1]

Structure. Points the producer's tasting note establishes:^[1]

• Acidity: tart yuzu
• Length: lingering yuzu zest with a gentle roasted aftertaste

Mindful Sparks positions the bottle with traditional Japanese cuisine, particularly seafood such as grilled fish and shellfish, and meats such as roasted chicken or pork.^[1]

The declared components are yuzu juice from Ehime and genmaicha from Aichi, Japan.^[1]

Yuzu Juice (Ehime) — Citrus Acidity. The yuzu juice comes from Ehime, Japan. It carries the tart citrus line of the blend, from the bright yuzu aromatics through to the zest that lingers on the finish.^[1]

Genmaicha (Aichi) — Roasted, Nutty Base. The genmaicha is sourced in Aichi, Japan. It supplies the roasted-grain aroma and the nutty character of the palate, and its roasted note carries into the aftertaste.^[1]

Ceremonial Matcha — Earthy Undertone. Matcha sits beneath the yuzu and genmaicha, reading on the palate as subtle earthy undertones.^[1]

Sparkling Yuzu Genmaicha Ceremonial Matcha is a sparkling tea produced by Mindful Sparks, the company founded by Winston Lau. It is built on Japanese-sourced components, pairing citrus juice with a roasted-rice green tea, and matcha registers on the palate as an earthy undertone rather than as the dominant note.^[1]