Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder (Ceremonial Grade). Organic Japanese Tea Produced in Uji, Kyoto. Ideal for Drinking and with Milk
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Produced in Japan
Matcha is a refined Japanese green tea. Cultivated in Japan, matcha is an extremely fine and fragrant powder, but its outstanding feature is its intense green colour! Our matcha comes from the city of Uji, on the southern outskirts of Kyoto Prefecture. The climatic conditions of this area are perfect for the production of matcha.
First Harverst Ceremonial Grade
Matcha tea is the essence of green tea. Traditionally used in Japan, it stands out compared with other green tea for its bright green colour and flavour, and is of a higher grade than the Matcha Premium or Culinary grade. Only first harvest leaves are used. The leaves are protected from sunlight for 20 days before harvesting. This method keeps the levels of theanine and chlorophyll in the tea intact and high.
Certified Organic and Vegan
100% Pure and Organic. Produced without pesticides and unnatural chemical fertilisers which can harm the body and our general health. Produced in Japan. Certified organic by supervisory boards authorised by the Italian Ministry of Agriculture.
Useful information
What is Matcha?
Matcha is a refined Japanese green tea. Cultivated in Japan, matcha is an extremely fine and fragrant powder, but its outstanding feature is its intense green colour. Our Matcha comes from the city of Uji, on the southern outskirts of Kyoto Prefecture. The climatic conditions of this area are perfect for the production of matcha. Soil and climatic conditions ideal for tea cultivation are essential in obtaining high quality matcha.
What grade of Matcha is yours?
Ours is a Ceremonial Grade, intended for preparation as a tea for drinking.
Traditional japanese ceremony preparation
The preparation of traditional Matcha consists of adding 80 ml of water at a "temperature betwen 60-75 ° " (not boiling temperature) and 1 portion (1 g) of Matcha. Shake rapidly using a traditional Matcha Whisk or a normal kitchen whisk.
Does it contain caffeine?
Yes, each portion (1 g) contains about 30 mg of caffeine, equivalent to 1/3 of a cup of coffee. Matcha also contains theanine, which has a calming effect and reduces the effects of caffeine.
What is the difference between premium grade, culinary grade and ceremonial grade?
The Ceremonial grade is intended for traditional preparation as a tea for drinking, Matcha Premium is lower quality compared to Ceremonial, but it is still an excellent alternative to Matcha Ceremonial and is ideal to add to milk, yogurt, smoothies or in the kitchen. Culinary grade is used as an ingredient in recipes. Premium and Culinary grade come from the 2nd and 3rd harvests of green tea leaves, ceremonial grade comes from the first harvest.