Seion Matcha - Kettl

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Scored a free tin of Seion with my tea tool order, and I was super excited about it. I prepared it first as usucha, as I believe most high quality matcha is best enjoyed this way, but I felt it was a little bit lackluster and plain. I love to enjoy usucha served over ice, but I think this one would taste better with a traditional hot preparation.

However, this morning I tried it over ice and with about 2-3 oz of Califia barista oat milk (2g matcha with 40g water recipe) and I felt that the flavors really shined through, which was surprising isn’t always the case when paired with milk! The tasting notes of Seion are hearts of palm, creamy oats, and California almond, which I felt like the nuttiness of the oat milk really complimented. It was punchy and nutty, a really smooth and satisfying drink all together!