Ocha & Co.Japanese Tea - Culinary Matcha Green Tea Powder - Superior Culinary Grade - Traditional Stone Milled Japanese Matcha 100g/3.5oz.

I'm not an expert inatcha, but I have tried different brands before, generally culinary grade Matcha. This one is the best that I've tried so far. The color is bright green, the flavor is excellent and not too bitter. I like to make a latte with plant juice, but it's also delicious with just a bit of honey in it. Overall, I'm very pleased with the quality of this Matcha. I think it's a good price for the quality.

This tea has the perfect taste. Matcha best value. Its rich, vibrant green color and smooth texture make it a delightful addition to any beverage. The subtle earthiness of the matcha complements various flavors, whether enjoyed on its own or blended into lattes, smoothies, or desserts. With its numerous health benefits, including antioxidants and a natural energy boost, matcha is not just a delicious choice but also a nourishing one. Sipping this tea becomes a ritual, a moment to pause and appreciate the intricate balance of flavor and wellness it brings.

The texture of this matcha is finely milled. It smells very nutty and umami right upon opening the bag, and when mixed with hot water I get a lot of nutty savory notes. Mixed in a latte, it is not very grassy but the color is bright green and very beautiful. You can taste the quality in this as a little powder goes a long way -- not bitter, just umami and tender. I do not get any astringency, sourness, or bitterness. I will definitely be repurchasing and trying other varieties from this manufacturer.

My partner and I are matcha latte drinkers. We usually get our matcha from Ippodo or a Japanese grocery store. However, it's not very cost-effective, as 20 grams of matcha typically averages around $20-$30 in the US. So, when I saw 100g priced the same as a 20g container, I had to try it out.According to their website and Amazon page, they claim the matcha is from the Shizuoka prefecture. However, the actual label only says it’s from Japan, with no further details. It’s also a bit strange that Ocha & Co is based in Hokkaido, where tea is not grown; though, it could just be where their warehouse or port is located. The lack of information on both their website and the package makes me a bit skeptical about the sourcing, but at least it’s JAS Organic certified.Taste-wise, it's good—at least good enough for lattes, though probably not for ceremonial use. The color is on the lighter, yellower side, but still green. It has some astringency and bitterness that pairs well with lattes, and there’s even a touch of sweetness to round it out. If I were to be critical, it lacks the deeper flavors of higher-quality matchas, but I can’t complain given the price point.

I drink matcha 3 times a day, sometimes more.I have had some really good Matcha as well as some really bad Matchathat I wouldn't even bother baking with.I love it when I find a Matcha with awesome quality and flavor.This Matcha from Ocha & Co is an excellent quality Matcha as far as I'm concerned.The color is a vibrant beautiful green. It smells fresh and slightly toasted withhints of nori ( which I LOVE), tastes wonderful withfresh green vegetal notes present and NO bitterness what so ever.It's mellow and flavorful at the same time.It blends well with water and is smooth when you drink it...it can be made as a tea and sipped ( it's that good)or blended in a latte ( I've done both) you could bake with it BUT I won't with this one - it's to good to waste on bakingin my opinion. This one is for drinking and enjoying !This was shipped registered mail directly from Japan and got here surprisingly fast. The packaging is a foiltype ziplock package that reseals really well.For the price I have to say that I think it's a deal with awesome value for an Organic High Quality Matcha!I believe Anyone who really loves Matcha will appreciate and love this one by Ocha & Co.I know that I will be ordering this as one of my regular keep in house Matcha.I have attached some pictures of the powder and also of the matcha after I added a little water so that you can seethe first mark of great quality matcha ---COLOR. The powder is much more vibrant "in person".

Great quality, love this more than the brand I used before. Super fresh, great color and great flavor.

I have tried many different ceremonial-grade powders on Amazon, but a lot of them fall short. This one has an amazing color and an amazing taste. People are complaining that it tastes better, but it does not taste bitter; it tastes exactly how much it should taste. I will continue buying this, and my favorite part is that it is heavy metal tested and organic, which is exactly what I was looking for!

The matcha you get will be nothing like the picture shown. Instead of the bright grassy green you get a dull, split pea soup green indicative of cheap matcha and poor quality. It's deceptive and overpriced, this should be $18 matcha at most. The taste is not crisp or grassy, but not awful. Could use for baking or cooking.