{"product_id":"chaseki-saemidori-special","title":"Saemidori Special - Chaseki Private Blend Ceremonial Matcha from Uji, Kyoto","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eSaemidori Special - Chaseki Private Blend Ceremonial Matcha from Uji, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaseki Saemidori Special is part of the Chaseki Private Blend collection - a ceremonial matcha sourced from Uji, Kyoto and available exclusively under the Chaseki brand. More structured and complex than the Okumidori Ceremonial: slightly astringent on entry, resolving into a pleasant juiciness. Fresh notes of edamame, buttered asparagus, snow peas, and artichokes. Khanom Ping smokiness and mineral chalk. Macadamia, hazelnuts, and pistachios through the mid-palate. Recommended for usucha, clear-style, latte, and coconut water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Chaseki Saemidori Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaemidori Special is part of our Ceremonial Matcha collection and is a Chaseki Private Blend product - sourced from Uji, Kyoto and sold exclusively under the Chaseki brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-okumidori-ceremonial\"\u003eOkumidori Ceremonial\u003c\/a\u003e is smooth, creamy, and zero astringency, Saemidori Special introduces structure: a slight astringency that resolves to juiciness, a Khanom Ping smokiness that adds warm depth, and mineral chalk notes that give the cup a clean, defined character. The macadamia, hazelnut, and pistachio nuttiness adds further dimension. It is a more demanding and more interesting cup than the Okumidori Ceremonial - the right choice for those who want more from their everyday ceremonial matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium | \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, juicy | \u003cstrong\u003eUmami:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate | \u003cstrong\u003eAstringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slight, resolves to juiciness\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaemidori Special opens with a medium body and a slight astringency that transitions quickly to a pleasant juiciness on the palate. Edamame leads the vegetal character alongside buttered asparagus, snow peas, and artichokes - clean and well-defined. Khanom Ping smokiness adds warm, caramelized depth through the mid-palate. Mineral chalk notes provide structure and freshness. Macadamia, hazelnuts, and pistachios run through the body with gentle nuttiness. A satisfying, balanced cup with genuine complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Chaseki Saemidori Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsucha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear-style preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha lattes (hot and iced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoconut water matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Khanom Ping smokiness and mineral notes hold up well in lattes - they add structure without heaviness. In clear-style preparations, the juiciness and chalk freshness are vivid and refreshing. In usucha, the slight astringency adds body and interest to the bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Chaseki Saemidori Special Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the Chaseki Private Blend Uji ceremonial range, Saemidori Special sits between \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-okumidori-ceremonial\"\u003eOkumidori Ceremonial\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-saemidori-standard\"\u003eSaemidori Standard\u003c\/a\u003e. Okumidori Ceremonial is softer and creamier - zero astringency, vanilla and white chocolate finish. Saemidori Standard is lighter and better suited to everyday clear, latte, and coconut water use at a lower price. Saemidori Special is the most complex of the three - the right choice for usucha and those who want genuine character in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaseki Private Blend, Uji, Kyoto. Chaseki has specialized in Japanese matcha since November 2018 and has supplied Thailand's professional tea industry since 2020, training more than 2,500 students through workshops on matcha preparation, sourcing, and business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaemidori Special is available in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40g can — THB 1,051\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100g, 250g, 500g, and 1,000g pouches for cafés and professional kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting at THB 1,051 per 40g. Wholesale pricing available for verified B2B accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Store Matcha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in the fridge or freezer, sealed in its original can or an airtight container. Return to room temperature before opening to avoid condensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Saemidori Special and Saemidori Standard?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaemidori Special is more complex: slight astringency resolving to juiciness, Khanom Ping smokiness, mineral chalk, and macadamia, hazelnut, pistachio nuttiness. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-saemidori-standard\"\u003eSaemidori Standard\u003c\/a\u003e is lighter and designed for clear, latte, and coconut water at a lower price. Saemidori Special is the better choice for usucha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Khanom Ping smokiness?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKhanom Ping is a traditional Thai baked coconut dessert with warm, toasted, caramelized sweetness. As a tasting reference it describes a light, clean smokiness - warm rather than sharp - that adds depth through the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Saemidori Special suitable for lattes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Mineral chalk adds structure, juiciness prevents flatness, and Khanom Ping smokiness adds complexity to both hot and iced lattes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does this compare to Chaseki Okumidori Ceremonial?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-okumidori-ceremonial\"\u003eOkumidori Ceremonial\u003c\/a\u003e has zero astringency - softer, creamier, vanilla and white chocolate finish. Saemidori Special is more structured - slight astringency, Khanom Ping smokiness, mineral chalk. Okumidori is more approachable. Saemidori Special is more complex.\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Ceremonial, Daily, and Latte Matcha?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial is for usucha and koicha. Daily is for regular enjoyment. Latte is for milk-based preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this matcha suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The slight astringency is gentle and resolves quickly. For zero-astringency, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-okumidori-ceremonial\"\u003eOkumidori Ceremonial\u003c\/a\u003e is the gentler starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should I store matcha properly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFridge or freezer, airtight container. Fresh four months in fridge. Over one year frozen. Return to room temperature before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes matcha contain caffeine?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Caffeine and L-theanine, calmer energy compared to coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Chaseki matcha sourced directly from Japan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. All Chaseki Private Blend matcha is sourced from two regions: Uji, Kyoto and Yame, Fukuoka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this matcha suitable for cafes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Contact us for wholesale pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between single-cultivar and blended matcha?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle-cultivar highlights one cultivar. Chaseki Private Blend matchas are sourced from Uji, Kyoto for consistent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-okumidori-ceremonial\"\u003eChaseki Okumidori Ceremonial\u003c\/a\u003e - softer, creamier, zero astringency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-saemidori-standard\"\u003eChaseki Saemidori Standard\u003c\/a\u003e - lighter everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chaseki-saemidori\"\u003eChaseki Saemidori\u003c\/a\u003e - single cultivar Saemidori from the Chaseki single-cultivar range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chaseki Tea","offers":[{"title":"40g","offer_id":47868861972637,"sku":"CHA-MAT-SES-40P","price":1051.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47868862005405,"sku":"CHA-MAT-SES-100P","price":2335.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":47868862038173,"sku":"CHA-MAT-SES-250P","price":5189.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47868862070941,"sku":"CHA-MAT-SES-500P","price":9225.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false},{"title":"1000g","offer_id":47868862103709,"sku":"CHA-MAT-SES-1000S","price":16400.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0347\/1228\/9412\/files\/saemidori-special-40g_ae084743-699e-40d6-8cb4-fc7726b80ec3.jpg?v=1777144581","url":"https:\/\/store.chaseki.com\/products\/chaseki-saemidori-special","provider":"Chaseki Specialty Matcha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}