Frequently asked questions

ceremonial grade matcha comes from the youngest tea leaves, grown in shade for 3-4 weeks before harvest. It's stone-ground to an ultra-fine powder with a vibrant jade color, smooth texture, and naturally sweet flavor with no bitterness. only about 10% of all matcha qualifies as ceremonial grade.

our ceremonial-grade matcha is sourced from a trusted U.S. partner with direct relationships with family farms in Uji, Japan. each batch is selected for its exceptional quality, vibrant color, and naturally smooth flavor.

our matcha is special because of where it comes from and the care behind every batch. we use ceremonial-grade matcha sourced from Uji, Japan, through a trusted U.S. partner who works directly with family farms. the result is a vibrant, smooth, naturally rich matcha with the beautiful flavor and character Uji is known for.

keep your matcha in the refrigerator in its original tin to preserve freshness, color, and flavor. properly stored, it will maintain peak quality for 6-12 months.

the careful cultivation process, hand-picking, traditional stone-grinding, and small batch production make ceremonial grade matcha significantly more labor-intensive than regular tea. You're investing in centuries of refined craftsmanship.

while our ceremonial grade matcha can be used for culinary purposes, it's specifically optimized for traditional preparation and drinking. it's delicate flavor profile truly shines when whisked with water or made into a delicious latte.