Shiki Matcha Green Tea Powder

$19.00

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Full Listed Title: Shiki Matcha Green Tea Powder - Universal Quality
Product Code: #05448
Price: $19.00
Net Weight: 1.0 oz (28g)
Grade Tier: Described as 'Universal Quality' matcha suitable for everyday consumption
Description: '100% natural green tea powder from Japan' with 'a nice green color and slightly astringent taste'
Origin: Japan
Importer: G.T JAPAN, INC. (MAEDA-EN), Irvine, California, 92606 U.S.A.
Ingredients: Japanese Green Tea Powder (Matcha)
Caffeine Content: 3.2g/100g (High caffeine level)
Brewing Instructions: Place 1/2 tsp of Matcha into a matcha bowl. Pour 4 fl oz of hot water (158-176F), then whisk well.
Usage Recommendations: Works for 'everyday consumption' and can be enjoyed 'with hot water or mix it into drinks' including 'lattes or smoothies'
Certifications Claims: [ "Gluten-free", "Japan-grown" ]
Package Dimensions: 2.16 dia. x 2.95 H (inches)
Packaging Format: Sealed bag of matcha powder
Regulatory Warning: California Prop 65 warning regarding lead exposure, with link to official warnings database
Reviews: Based on 4 reviews; specific ratings not displayed in fetched content

Research notes

Positioned as a mid-tier, everyday/versatile matcha ($19, between Culinary at $13 and Ceremonial at $33), explicitly labeled 'Universal Quality' on the product title itself as a distinct grade tier name.

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MatchaReviews.comreview

{
  "rating": "3.5/5",
  "review_summary": "Maeda-en Shiki Matcha (Universal grade). Good value everyday matcha, creamy and slightly nutty flavor, produces bubbles/froth, sealed packaging (tin in bag). Lighter green than the brand's ceremonial grade, slightly bitter aftertaste. Verdict: 'a good value, simple, enjoyable everyday matcha' better for casual use than ceremony.",
  "grade_stated": "Universal",
  "price_per_oz_stated": "$9.62 (origin: Japan)"
}

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MatchaReviews.comreview

{
  "rating": "4/5",
  "review_summary": "Bright vibrant green, nice bubbles/froth, creamy and sweet grassy notes in smooth balance. Non-organic formulation contributes to fuller, creamier taste vs organic ceremonial matchas. 'A very enjoyable ceremonial grade matcha'; reviewer would repurchase.",
  "grade_stated": "Ceremonial",
  "price_per_oz_stated": "$19.50 (origin: Japan)"
}

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MatchaReviews.comreview

{
  "rating": "3.5/5",
  "review_summary": "Secure packaging, bright green, fresh grassy smell, nice bubbles/froth, medium body, slightly sweet and smooth. 'Very enjoyable' and superior to the brand's Ceremonial grade in quality, but reviewer recommends buying the Ceremonial Matcha instead for better value at this premium price point.",
  "grade_stated": "Imperial",
  "price_per_oz_stated": "$30.00 (origin: Japan)"
}

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MatchaReviews.comreview

{
  "rating": "3.5/5",
  "review_summary": "Medium yellowish green, earthy/bitter profile, nice froth but 'very astringent' - not recommended to drink alone. Works excellently in lattes and desserts (e.g., blancmange), pairs well with dairy/sweets. 'Great for cooking' rather than ceremonial use.",
  "grade_stated": "Culinary",
  "price_per_oz_stated": "$8.33 (origin: Japan)"
}

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