Uji Kyoto Premium Ceremonial Grade Matcha
CeremonialCultivar: YabukitaUjiFrom $24.99 (30g) (~$0.83/g)
Pricing as disclosed
- 30g — $24.99
- 30g — $27.99
- 113.4g — $75.99
- 226.8g — $128.99
- 453.6g — $257.99
- 1000g — $567.49
Everything disclosed on the product page
- Full Title
- Uji Kyoto- Premium Ceremonial Grade Matcha
- Price Size Variants
- [ "30g loose tea sample - $24.99", "30g bag in tin", "4 oz bag of loose tea", "8 oz bag of loose tea", "16 oz bag of loose tea", "1kg bag of loose tea" ]
- Grade Tier
- Ceremonial Grade, described as 'best in class'
- Cultivars
- Yabukita & Gokou
- Region Farm
- Uji, Kyoto — described as sourced from 'best tea farms in Japan'
- Tasting Notes
- Umami, rich, smooth, naturally-sweet; described as 'a symphony of smooth, umami-rich notes with a delicate sweetness and none of the bitterness you may experience with lower grade matcha'
- Ingredients
- Matcha (shade-grown tea leaves)
- Brewing Instructions
- 1-2 teaspoons, 170-180°F, 475 ml (8oz) water, steep 3 minutes, yield 16-20 cups per 1 oz
- Caffeine Level
- Medium; page also claims 'natural L-theanine' promotes 'calm focus' with a 'gentle, sustained boost of caffeine'
- Certifications Testing
- Claims tea is 'Tested for Purity' via ICP-MS lab analysis for arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury; supports Ethical Tea Partnership
- Health Marketing Claims
- Rich in EGCG antioxidants; 'packed with natural L-theanine'
- Review Rating Count
- 90% five-star (9 of 10 reviews), 10 total reviews
- Customer Reception
- Customers praise bright green color, smooth flavor, versatility for whisked prep and lattes per search summary
Research notes
Page frames product against generic 'lower grade matcha' as a competitive/marketing claim rather than disclosing a specific competitor.
Secondary sources
MatchaReviews.comreview
{
"rating": "3.5/5",
"review_summary": "Culinary Teas White Rhino Matcha - a white tea matcha (ground white tea leaves), not green matcha. Light brown powder, thick/rich cup, warm mossy grass notes with floral oolong undertones. Very strong bite and oolong aroma; recommended for adventurous drinkers who like robust flavors.",
"grade_stated": "Not specified (white matcha)",
"price_per_oz_stated": "$10.95 (origin: Kenya)"
}Source →MatchaReviews.comreview
{
"rating": "3.5/5",
"review_summary": "Culinary Teas Matcha Green Tea Powder (Usucha grade). Simple everyday matcha, muted green, leafy/grassy aroma, nice bubbles, creamy/vegetal taste, slightly bitter aftertaste. Affordable, resealable bag; not premium ceremonial.",
"grade_stated": "Usucha",
"price_per_oz_stated": "$2.12 (origin: Nishio, Japan)"
}Source →MatchaReviews.comreview
{
"rating": "4/5",
"review_summary": "Culinary Teas Genmaicha Extra Green Tea with Matcha. Sweet toasted rice smell, smooth sweet taste of toasted rice/green tea/creamy matcha, 'almost like buttered popcorn.' Addictive blend, quality resealable packaging, smooth creamy texture; no cons noted.",
"grade_stated": "Blend",
"price_per_oz_stated": "$2.74 (origin: Japan)"
}Source →