Japanese Matcha (Ceremonial)
Japanese Matcha (Ceremonial)
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Description
Description
Our Ceremonial Matcha is crafted in the Nishio region of Japan, a region celebrated for its fertile volcanic soils and centuries-old tea craftsmanship. The tea bushes are shade-grown before harvest, a revered Japanese method that enhances chlorophyll levels, boosts natural amino acids and deepens the tea’s vivid colour, sweetness and umami richness.
In Japan, true Matcha begins with Tencha, shade-grown green tea leaves that are harvested, steamed, dried and left unrolled to preserve their delicate structure. The stems and veins are removed, and the remaining soft leaf material is then ultra-slow stone-milled into a fine, vibrant powder. This traditional Tencha-to-Matcha process is what gives ceremonial Matcha its silky texture, luminous colour and balanced, elegant umami.
Hand-packed in recyclable amber glass jars at our gluten-free Sydney facility, this Matcha is carefully protected from light and oxidation to preserve its freshness and delicate aroma.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Fresh, creamy and umami-rich with grassy sweetness, velvety texture and a refined, lingering finish.
Tea Type & Caffeine
Tea Type: Japanese green tea (stone-milled Matcha powder), Ceremonial grade
Origin: Nishio, Japan
Caffeine Level: Moderate–high
How to Brew
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Warm your Matcha bowl and whisk with a little hot water, then discard.
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Sift ½–1 tsp Matcha into the bowl.
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Add 1–2 tbsp (15–30 ml) of 70–80°C water to form a smooth paste.
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Add 50–60 ml more warm water (total 60–80 ml).
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Whisk briskly in a W-shaped (zig-zag) motion until frothy and vivid green.
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Finish with a gentle surface sweep for a glossy, silky foam.
Perfect For
- Morning tea rituals
- Calm focus and Ceremonial preparation
- Matcha lattes
- Elegant desserts
- Afternoons of mindful clarity
Wellness Tradition
Japanese Tea Rituals
Ceremonial Matcha has long been enjoyed in Japan for the presence, harmony and focus it brings to daily life, a quiet moment of pause rooted in centuries of tea ceremony tradition.
Ceremonial Matcha contains naturally occurring caffeine. Because you drink the entire leaf, the effect can feel more pronounced than steeped green tea; yet in Japanese tea tradition it is valued for its smooth, sustained lift, traditionally associated with its natural L-theanine.
Caution
Everybody is unique. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, sensitive to caffeine or taking medication, please enjoy mindfully and consult your practitioner if unsure.
Presentation & Storage
Hand-packed in amber glass jars to protect vibrancy, flavour and delicate aroma. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
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THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
Independently tested and endorsed by Coeliac Australia.
Premium certified organic ingredients; wildcrafted Australian natives.
No fillers, preservatives, flavourings or extracts.
Small-batch production for Freshness & Integrity.
Small family-owned business
Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
Guided by respect for people, traditions and the environment.
