Help me choose a matcha
We have a variety of matcha to choose from. Take this quiz to find a matcha suited to your preferences.
How will you use your matcha?
How will you use your matcha? To drink with water
What kind of matcha do you prefer? Naturally sweet, with rich umami
This matcha is ideal for beginners — with little bitterness and a smooth, rich character.
How will you use your matcha? To drink with water
What kind of matcha do you prefer? Balanced umami and bitterness
In everyday usucha and regular matcha, this medium-bodied matcha has a satisfying umami taste balanced by a little astringency.
How will you use your matcha? To drink with water
What kind of matcha do you prefer? More bitterness, less sweetness
This grade has a well-balanced flavor (with bitterness and sweetness). Choose this matcha if you like a little bitterness and subtle sweetness.
How will you use your matcha? To drink with water
What kind of matcha do you prefer? Something unique or limited
Tsukikage is an autumn blend with balanced umami and a little sharpness (20g, $28 USD). Kan is a year-round alternative (20g, $22 USD). Choose an available blend below.
Kan Matcha (20g Box)
How will you use your matcha? To drink with water
What kind of matcha do you prefer? I'm not sure
This matcha is ideal for beginners — with little bitterness and a smooth, rich character.
How will you use your matcha? For lattes and other mixed drinks
What taste do you prefer in a latte? Deep green, rich umami
Sayaka has a smooth taste and rich umami for lattes. The 40g can is $50 USD. The 100g bag is $119 USD. Choose an available size below.
Sayaka Matcha (100g Bag)
How will you use your matcha? For lattes and other mixed drinks
What taste do you prefer in a latte? Medium green, balanced
If you're not sure where to start - this tea has just the right amount of bitterness to balance well with the creaminess of your milk of choice.
How will you use your matcha? For lattes and other mixed drinks
What taste do you prefer in a latte? Softer green, bitter taste
This tea has a light body, and a little stronger bitterness, which makes for a crisp, slightly bitter latte.
How will you use your matcha? For lattes and other mixed drinks
What taste do you prefer in a latte? I'm not sure
If you're not sure where to start - this tea has just the right amount of bitterness to balance well with the creaminess of your milk of choice.
How will you use your matcha? Sweets or baking
What kind of recipe are you preparing? Cake batter and most regular uses
Wakaki will give your recipe a soft green color and a gentle matcha character.
How will you use your matcha? Sweets or baking
What kind of recipe are you preparing? Icing and decoration
In sweets, this blend has a vibrant green color, for recipes that call for a little splendor. Use this tea to give your recipe a powerful matcha character.
How will you use your matcha? A gift
Matcha for gifts A matcha for beginners
This matcha is ideal for beginners — with little bitterness and a smooth, rich character.
How will you use your matcha? A gift
Matcha for gifts A matcha for matcha fans
This umami-rich matcha is our most robust matcha in our regular lineup, making it a good choice for preparing in the thick style known as koicha.
How will you use your matcha? A gift
Matcha for gifts A gift card
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How will you use your matcha? Thick matcha
This umami-rich matcha is our most robust matcha in our regular lineup, making it a good choice for preparing in the thick style known as koicha.
How will you use your matcha? Something else
Something else ... Sweetened matcha
We have a sugar-sweetened matcha blend, Uji Shimizu. This instant powder can be mixed with hot or cold water, in a latte, smoothie, or sparkling water, and more. You can even sprinkle it over yogurt or ice cream for dessert.
How will you use your matcha? Something else
Something else ... Organic matcha
The product page shows the current stock of Organic Matcha (20g Can). If it is sold out, enter your email for a restock notice.
How will you use your matcha? Something else
Something else ... Matcha utensils
To make matcha, we recommend the following essentials. Tea Strainer - use this to sift your matcha powder before whisking it. This removes the lumps and makes for a very smooth drink. Bamboo Whisk - use a bamboo whisk, with many fine prongs, to quickly and thoroughly whisk your matcha.
