Okuju

Pricing as disclosed

• 30g — $45.00

Everything disclosed on the product page

Full Product Name

Okuju Matcha

Price Size Variants

[ { "size": "30g", "price_usd": 45 } ]

Grade

Premium - described as "first fully custom matcha"

Cultivar

100% Okumidori

Region

Uji

Producer

Various small farmers ("one of our most trusted partners in Uji")

Harvest Production Year

2025

Description

"Our first fully custom matcha. Produced in collaboration with one of our most trusted partners in Uji, Okuju Matcha is based on 100% Okumidori tencha that is gently fired to impart a subtle, nutty perfume." "Clean, supple mouthfeel and soaring sweetness." Suitable for "hot latte, sparkling matcha, or iced shot."

Tasting Notes

[ "Milk chocolate", "Cashew butter", "Mache" ]

Flavor Profile Tags

[ "Nutty", "Earthy", "Herbaceous" ]

Brewing Instructions

{ "iced_matcha": "2g sifted matcha + 200ml cold water, shake 30 seconds", "usucha": "2g matcha + 65ml water (180°F), whisk in Z-pattern", "iced_latte": "4g matcha + 50ml hot water whisked, 150ml milk over ice", "hot_latte": "4g matcha + 50ml water whisked, 240ml steamed milk" }

Packaging

30g loose powder, sifted matcha

Stock Status

Available for purchase

Shipping Info

Free shipping on orders over $150 or with subscriptions

Certifications

Awards

Shelf Life

Review Ratings

Research notes

Note: this is the only product in the set sold as 30g rather than 20g tins. No certifications, awards, or shelf life information disclosed.

Secondary sources

{
  "rating_or_verdict": "Best High-Grade — $95, ceremonial grade",
  "notes": "Recommended by Michelle Puyane (Chalait owner); 'light, sweet' profile for connoisseurs; listed as out of stock at capture time."
}

{
  "tier": "Tier 2 - Matcha Mommy Approved",
  "price_noted": "$24.99"
}