Private Reserve Matcha B30
CeremonialGrassyNuttyRoastedSmoothFrom $8.26 (6g) (~$1.38/g)
Pricing as disclosed
- 6g — $8.26
- 340.2g — $77.11
Tasting notes
Tasting Notes: "Jade-green color"; flavor progression begins with a "fresh, verdant taste of tender spring greens like young spinach and kale," transitioning to "silky layers of roasted chestnut and sun-warmed hay," finishing with a "crisp, peppery finish"
Flagged inconsistencies on the brand's own page
- Customer reviews directly conflict on product quality/appearance: one review praises the matcha ('Great tasting matcha and great service') while the other reports receiving a product that was 'a dull brown, not green' with a 'fishy/burnt taste' -- the marketing copy describes a 'jade-green color' and fresh/sweet flavor notes, which the negative review directly contradicts. Noting as a page-level contradiction between marketing claims/positive review and the negative review, rather than resolving in favor of either.
Everything disclosed on the product page
- Regular Price
- $154.22
- Sale Price
- $77.11 (50% off)
- Size Variants
- [ "1 Bag (12oz)", "3 Bags + 1 FREE", "5 Bags + 2 FREE", "6g Sample" ]
- Grade Tier
- Ceremonial Grade
- Origin Country
- Japan ("Matcha from Japan")
- Product Type
- Pure matcha powder
- Serving Size
- 1-2g per serving
- Tasting Notes
- "Jade-green color"; flavor progression begins with a "fresh, verdant taste of tender spring greens like young spinach and kale," transitioning to "silky layers of roasted chestnut and sun-warmed hay," finishing with a "crisp, peppery finish"
- Recommended Uses
- Prepared in the traditional whisked style or enjoyed as an indulgent, creamy latte
- Customer Reviews
- { "total_reviews": 2, "five_star_pct": "50% (1 review)", "one_star_pct": "50% (1 review)", "review_quotes": [ "Positive: 'Great tasting matcha and great service'", "Negative: reviewer reported receiving 'a dull brown, not green' product with a 'fishy/burnt taste'" ] }
- Other Details
- Page displays a free-gift icon indicator; wholesale option available
- Cultivar
- not disclosed
- Farm Region
- not disclosed (Japan stated generally)
- Certifications
- not explicitly disclosed on this page
- Awards
- none disclosed
- Harvest Timing
- not specified
- Shelf Life
- not disclosed
- Ingredients
- not listed beyond 'pure matcha powder'
Research notes
This is the highest-priced product of the batch ($154.22 regular / $77.11 sale for 12oz), positioned as the top-tier Private Reserve alongside A23 and D25. Only 2 reviews exist and they are directly contradictory (see contradictions).
Secondary sources
RateTeareview
{
"rating_or_verdict": "77/100 (1 review) — Red Leaf Tea (now Matcha Outlet), Starter Matcha",
"notes": "'Pleasant and mild' product at 'good prices', suited to matcha beginners. Brand renamed Matcha Outlet; not in database."
}Source →