Ceremonial Grade Matcha from Japan 30g, First Flush Tencha Leaves Shaded Quality, Green Tea Powder Kagoshima, Club

CEREMONIAL MATCHA - For matcha lovers and experts. In granite stone mills, the tea leaves are ground into a fine green tea powder (matcha). The matcha has a rich green colour in matcha powder and as matcha foam. CEREMONIAL MATCHA - Suitable for a Japanese tea ceremony. The matcha can be prepared in a classic way with the Chasen (Matcha bamboo whisk), Chashaku (Matcha bamboo spatula) and Chawan (Matcha bowl) and can be frothed very well. Matcha from Japan – 100% finest matcha made from Tencha leaves of the 1st Harvest April/May. Shading time: 25-30 days Growing region: mainly Kagoshima on Kyushu. Natural caffeine and antioxidant: Matcha contains natural caffeine and is rich in antioxidant secondary plant substances, the catechins e.g. EGCG (epigallocatechin 3-gallate). 100% natural – carefully finely ground green tea made from shaded green tea plants, without additives. Laboratory tested. High-quality match: shows a bright green colour, a fine, velvety texture and comes from Japan. Pale yellowish or grey tones indicate low quality. Our matcha powder is traditionally ground ultra-fine. For matcha without clumps: sieve 1 tsp powder, pour over with 80°C hot water (not boiling) and quickly beat with the bamboo whisk (chasen) in a zigzag until a fine foam crown is created. Storage – After opening, seal Matcha airtight in a opaque tin and store in a cool, preferably in the fridge. This preserves the bright green colour and prevents oxidation and loss of aroma. Differences: Ceremonial grade: high-quality matcha, pure mixed with water. Premium grade: versatile for matcha latte and smoothies. Cooking/Culinary Grade: stronger in taste, ideal for baking and cooking.