Ceremonial Matcha Tea 1st Harvest,
Grade 1, Organic and Culinary
Organic matcha tea stone-ground to 5-10 microns. Ceremonial 1st harvest, grade 1, and culinary for lattes and baking. Dual European and USDA certification. Delivered to your home in 24-48 hours with free shipping to mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands.
Ceremonial Matcha Tea 100g
Young leaves shaded for 20-30 days. Sweet-umami profile. For whisking with water or milk.
Ceremonial Pack 100g + Spoon
Your first ceremonial matcha with the spoon that accurately measures 1g without a scale.
2x Ceremonial Matcha Pack 100g
200g of ceremonial 1st harvest. For daily consumption without running out.
2x Ceremonial Pack + Spoon
200g of ceremonial with the 18/10 measuring spoon. Exact dose in every preparation.
Culinary Matcha Tea 100g
Vibrant color and intense flavor for lattes, cakes, ice cream, and smoothies.
Measuring Spoon 18/10
Stainless steel. Each spoonful equals 1g of matcha. Precise dosing every time.
Ceremonial matcha tea vs. culinary matcha tea:
which one to choose?
The difference between ceremonial and culinary is not marketing: it's agronomy and process. Here are the six criteria that matter when choosing real matcha tea.
| Criterion | Ceremonial | Culinary |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest | 1st, spring | Later harvests |
| Leaf | Young, top part | More mature |
| Pre-shading | 20-30 days | Less or no shading |
| Flavor | Sweet, umami, smooth | Vegetal, slight bitterness |
| Powder color | Intense jade green | Dull green |
| Ideal use | Whisked with water or milk | Latte, baking, smoothies |
What is the best matcha tea?
How to recognize quality
Four objective criteria differentiate good matcha from mediocre matcha, regardless of the brand.
A bright, almost fluorescent green indicates high chlorophyll and correct shading. Dull or yellowish green is a sign of old or poorly stored leaves.
Quality matcha is ground to 5-10 microns. To the touch, it should feel like chalk powder, not grit.
1st harvest (spring) concentrates L-theanine and amino acids. Later harvests yield more bitter flavors and fewer antioxidants.
The EU and USDA seal guarantee the absence of pesticides. In a tea that is consumed whole (powder, not infusion), this is decisive.
Organic matcha tea:
EU and USDA certification
Matcha is not infused: the whole powder is consumed. That's why organic certification stops being just a pretty label and becomes a health decision. Our matcha is certified by two independent bodies:
Complies with Regulation (EU) 2018/848 on organic production.
US organic agriculture certification.
100% ground Camellia sinensis leaf. No sugars, no sweeteners, no colorings.
Origin:
Jingshan mountains
We cultivate in Jingshan, the region where the first stone-ground tea, predating Japanese matcha, was documented. The altitude and morning mist prolong leaf maturation and concentrate chlorophyll, L-theanine, and catechins. Three facts noticeable in the cup:
Shipping in 24-48 hours
to Spain and Europe
Order processed in less than 24 business hours. Delivery in 24-48 hours to mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands with free shipping. We also ship to France and the rest of Europe (delivery time and fee according to country). Airtight and opaque packaging to preserve color and antioxidants until first use.
Frequently asked questions
about matcha tea
What is the best matcha tea to drink?
First harvest, grade 1 ceremonial matcha is the highest quality: young leaves, prolonged shading, and fine grinding. If you want to try matcha for the first time whisked in water or milk, this is the option that best represents the true flavor.
How to choose good matcha tea?
Look for four signs: bright jade green color, fine powder to the touch, declared harvest and grade (1st harvest and grade 1 is the highest), and dual organic certification from EU + USDA.
What is the difference between ceremonial and culinary matcha?
Ceremonial uses young leaves shaded for 20-30 days and is drunk whisked in water. Culinary uses more mature leaves, has a more vegetal flavor, and is designed for lattes and baking, where it is mixed with milk or sugar.
How much does matcha tea cost and why does the price vary so much?
Quality ceremonial matcha costs around €20-50 per 100g. The price depends on the harvest (1st is more expensive), shading, stone grinding (slower and more expensive than mechanical), and organic certification. Supermarket matcha at €5-10 is usually culinary or from later harvests.
What happens to your body when you drink matcha tea?
A cup with 1g of matcha provides about 30-35mg of caffeine accompanied by L-theanine, an amino acid that smooths the absorption curve. The effect is sustained energy for 3-4 hours, without the peak or crash of coffee. It also provides catechins (EGCG), chlorophyll, and soluble fiber.
How do I store matcha once opened?
Keep it sealed, in a cool place, away from direct light. Consume within 4-6 weeks after opening so that the jade green color and antioxidants do not degrade.
Start with ceremonial 100g
The container that best represents what Matcha Zen is. 1st harvest, grade 1, organic.
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