In this review, we will highlight the top 10 Matcha powder teas available online.
Green tea consumption is a time-honored tradition that has been embraced by people from all walks of life for centuries. Thanks to the convenience of modern-day digital commerce, your next favorite green tea is literally at your fingertips just waiting to be discovered. Understanding the different styles of green tea available is one sure way to maximize your enjoyment of this timeless beverage. One of the most talked-about and possibly the least understood forms of green tea available is known as “Matcha.”
Matcha usually refers to a premium type of carefully cultivated and shade cured, powdered green tea which comes from Japan. Occasionally you may see other teas coming from elsewhere in the world described as Matcha for sale online. In the tea world, sometimes the word “Matcha” simply means powdered. The Matcha we are referring to here has a very long history of use in Japan where it has been embraced for more than a Millennium and was even known as a favorite of Buddhist monks who found that it provided them with a degree of clarity and tranquility which they found useful during meditative practice.
Fortunately, you don’t have to be a Monk to reap the many benefits of this unique tea, which is helping people achieve those precious moments of tranquility that can at times seem challenging to come by. For those interested in obtaining the very finest Matcha tea available, we have constructed a detailed list.
1. Jade Leaf Matcha Green Tea Powder
Jade leaf is a 100% premium grade Matcha that has been proudly sourced from one of the most prestigious Matcha growing regions in Japan, known as the Kyushu region. The delicate climate there is perfect for cultivating the highest quality Matcha possible. Jade leaf Matcha is the result of ongoing cooperation with local families who have consistently produced the best Matcha by artisanship which has been handed down for many generations. Their culinary grade tea is a great way to add flavor and nutrition to smoothies, yogurt, or other recipes if you are so inclined. It also served as a terrific energy boost without the jitters associated with coffee.
2. Oishi Matcha 30g – Organic Latte Grade Matcha
Oishi Matcha organic latte grade Matcha is specially formulated to allow the greatest possible ease in creating superb foods and beverages. Their premium Matcha is shade grown for three weeks before harvesting and then carefully stone ground, ensuring the most optimal chlorophyll and L-Theanine content possible. Higher-grade than a culinary Matcha, but stronger than a ceremonial Matcha, it is best for those who like a strong green tea.
3. Starter Matcha Green Tea Powder by Matchaccino
This Culinary-grade Matcha is ideal for those who are just starting out in the art of Matcha tea making. Young leaves and buds are harvested, then washed, steamed, and dried in the sun before being ground into a fine powder, the way it has been made in this region for years. It has an appealing aroma and nutty flavor that is ideal for cooking, baking, or mixing into smoothies and frappes. This formulation has an enormous amount of antioxidants and has a cleansing effect in the body.
4. Encha Ceremonial Organic Matcha
During the first harvest of each spring, farmers at the Encha Organic Matcha Farm select the freshest and most tender green Matcha tea leaves to be used in making this high-grade ceremonial tea. Grown without any chemical or synthetic fertilizers, the tea is made as it has been for centuries, by shading it for three weeks before harvest. Twelve percent of the content of this carefully selected tea is made up of powerful antioxidants. It has a delicate grassy flavor that can be used in a ceremonial setting or mixed with your favorite beverage for a potent and nutritious pick-me-up.
5. Premium Japanese Matcha Green Tea Powder by Matcha Organics
This 30-gram tin of 100% pure USDA organic green Matcha tea is ideal for increasing focus, energy, and mental clarity. Carry it with you to add to lattes, smoothies, and frappes as a supplement to your regular health routine. This high-quality Matcha has 1300 times more antioxidants than regular brewed tea and contains no additives or preservatives. USDA certified organic and gluten-free, its high levels of the amino acid, L-theanine have been shown to have a calming, anti-anxiety effect without making you tired. Matcha Organics stands behind this premium product with a 60-day money back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied.
6. Naoki Matcha Superior Ceremonial Blend
Tea was first introduced to Japan in 1191 in the small town of Uji in Central Japan. The Matcha sourced from this region is about as authentic as it gets. Its bold earthy flavor has notes of baby spinach and a bittersweet finish. Its complex amino acid profile is due to the tradition of shading the plants under a canopy four weeks before harvest, which forces them to draw valuable nutrients from the soil into the tender roots. After harvest, the small batches are dried and ground in stone granite mills into a bright green powder suitable for ceremonies or to blend into your own beverages.
7. Tenzo Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder
Based out of Santa Monica, Tenzo sources their authentic Matcha from carefully selected Japanese green tea farms in Kagoshima to bring you the highest quality Matcha available. This emerald green tea has a rich Umami flavor and is 100% organic, certified vegan, kosher, and paleo friendly. It is hand-picked, steamed and dried, and carefully ground to ensure the fragile leaves do not get damaged. Then, it is delivered in a beautiful box that includes a bamboo whisk and a handy guide. This high-grade match would make an ideal gift for the tea lover in your life.
8. Pure Chimp Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder from Japan
Pure Chimp’s ceremonial grade Matcha is sourced from the Kyoto region of Japan. Made in the Zen Buddhist tradition, it contains no pesticides and is delivered in recyclable glass containers. Pure Chimp is a Living Wage Employer with 5% of its profits donated to charity. This excellent tasting Matcha comes in four great formulations for added taste and benefits. We particularly like the turmeric infused Matcha, which is ideal for sustained focus and relief from minor aches and pains. It can be used on its own or added to smoothies and other beverages for a refreshing pick-me-up as you go about your day.
9. Pantenger Japanese Matcha Green Tea Powder
This ceremonial blend by Pantenger is grown organically in the Kagoshima Prefecture region by a family that has been cultivating it for nine generations. With centuries of artisan expertise, the tea is made in the traditional way by shading it for three weeks before harvest and then carefully hand-picking the most tender leaves. It is stone ground to a silky green powder down to a particle size of 10 microns before being carefully and beautifully packaged in Pantenger’s signature tins. The L-theanine produced by this careful process is what gives this Matcha its grassy aroma and sweet taste. It is 100 percent organic, kosher, and GMO-free.
10. Matcha Sense Premium Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder
Sourced from the Nishio region of Japan, this ceremonial grade Matcha is USDA & JAS organic certified, kosher, and gluten-free. It provides a natural source of caffeine without the crash and is ideal for improving mental clarity and focus. The incredibly high chlorophyll content in this formulation is known to remove heavy metals and harmful toxins and chemicals that can otherwise harm your body. If you are looking for a Matcha that can help support your health, look no further. With its vibrant green color and smooth flavor, Matcha Sense is one of the best Matcha teas on our list.
By BCR Writing Staff
July 2019
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