Organic Japanese Matcha Green Tea Powder

$24.99

About this Product

  • Grown in Japan
  • USDA and JAS Organic
  • Featured as the best matcha by Minimalist Baker

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Over 300 cafes across America trust us to provide their customers with delicious, high-quality matcha.

Energize your mornings with our Premium Japanese Yabukita Matcha Powder. This cafe-grade matcha blends 1st (early spring) and 2nd (early summer) harvest tea leaves, ensuring freshness and high quality with every use. Enjoy it as a traditional tea, a hot matcha latte, or in your favorite recipes for a healthy, delicious boost.

Discover the perfect amount of Aprika Life matcha for your lifestyle with our three convenient sizes:

  • 1 oz (30g): Dip your toes into the world of culinary-grade matcha with this introductory size. A perfect match for those curious to experience the exquisite matcha's unique, distinctive flavor and benefits, it's also perfect for occasional use in recipes or when traveling.
  • 3.5 oz (100g): Embrace your daily matcha ritual with this convenient option. It provides enough matcha for 1-2 cups a day for a month, making it ideal for regular matcha drinkers.
  • 1.1 lbs (500g): This bulk option is for the dedicated matcha lover who incorporates this green-colored goodness into their everyday routine. It ensures you have a plentiful supply of all your favorite matcha creations, from lattes and smoothies to baked goods and beyond.

Ingredients

Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder

Product Details

Sourced from Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan, our cafe-grade matcha is a blend of first and second-harvest leaves, resulting in a versatile flavor profile that's both refreshing and bright. Delicately ground and sealed for freshness, it delivers a smooth, earthy flavor that's perfect for lattes, teas, and any cafe-style creations. Naturally gluten and sugar-free, this high-quality matcha is a favorite among baristas and chefs.

  • Experience the fresh taste of spring with our artisanal matcha, crafted from premium Tencha leaves grown in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan.
  • Savor its smooth, earthy flavors and balanced umami, delivering a versatile taste that serves as the perfect foundation for endless creations.
  • Our high-quality, organic Japanese matcha effortlessly complements your favorite recipes—whether it's lattes, milkshakes, smoothies, ice creams, or baked treats. Enjoy it as part of your culinary adventures or simply for your daily enjoyment.

Organic Matcha for Energy & Focus

Relax with the soothing taste of our 100% organic matcha green tea powder. Crafted with care, each batch of matcha is certified organic, ensuring its purity and quality. Each sip offers a gentle, sustained, and jitter-free energy boost, promoting a calm mind and focused awareness.

  • Our finest-quality matcha is 100% USDA Organic and JAS Organic Certified, guaranteeing it's cultivated without harmful chemicals and pesticides for a wholesome experience.
  • Each batch undergoes rigorous independent testing for lead, heavy metals, radiation, and over 250 agricultural chemicals, ensuring a cup you can savor with peace of mind.
  • Experience a gentle, sustained energy lift without the jitters. L-theanine promotes a relaxed yet alert state, providing health benefits and mental clarity for hours.

Preparation & Care

Our Favorite Matcha Recipe

Matcha Latte

Ingredients

- 1 teaspoon Matcha Green Tea Powder

- ¼ cup hot water (160–180°F)

- ¼ cup warmed milk (soy, cashew, coconut, or any milk of choice)

- Optional: sweetener of your choice (to taste)

- Optional: vanilla bean or cinnamon (for added flavor)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Matcha

  • Sift the matcha powder into a matcha bowl to remove any lumps. 
  • Add hot water 80C (176F) to the matcha. 
  • Using a matcha whisk, whisk briskly in an up-and-down motion for about 30 seconds until the mixture becomes frothy. 

2. Add Milk

  • Pour warm milk over the frothed matcha tea. Taste and adjust flavors by adding vanilla, cinnamon, sweetener, or additional water or milk as desired.

3. Blender Method (Alternative)

  • If you don't have a whisk, combine milk, matcha powder, sweetener (e.g., honey or agave nectar), and vanilla in a blender. Cover and blend on high until the mixture is creamy and frothy.

Cold Latte Option

Add the ingredients and a handful of ice to a jar for an iced matcha latte. Cover and shake vigorously until well combined.

Tips for the Perfect Latte

Water Temperature: Keep the water between 160–180°F to avoid a bitter, burnt taste. A good tip is to let your kettle boil and cool for a few minutes before adding it to the matcha powder.

Enjoy your creamy, flavorful Matcha Latte!

Care Instructions

Store the rich flavor and freshness of your Aprika Life culinary organic matcha in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate to maintain its quality. Remember to seal the pouch after each use to prevent air and moisture from affecting its bright color, delicate aroma, and taste.

Smooth, Fresh, and Full of Antioxidants

Voted as the best matcha by Minimalist Baker, our exquisite matcha is loved by over 300 cafes and coffee shops across America. Packed with antioxidants, delicately ground, and sealed for freshness, each cup of matcha offers a smooth, vegetal flavor with a gentle energy boost to nourish your mind and body. Naturally gluten- and sugar-free.

Premium Japanese Matcha Powder

Experience the smoothest flavors with our authentic, velvety-smooth matcha, crafted from the finest tea leaves of Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan. Our cafe-grade premium matcha presents a vibrant green color and an exquisite flavor profile that complements any recipe with its rich taste and bright and versatile character.

Tested for Safety, Trusted for Taste

Our authentic, fresh matcha is USDA and JAS certified, ensuring quality and guaranteeing that our everyday matcha is 100% organic. We have carefully tested each batch of our products for over 250 chemicals, radiation, and heavy metals. With these rigorous tests, our antioxidant-rich matcha powder guarantees a safe and healthy experience with every sip. Rest assured, you're enjoying the purest and finest matcha available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to pick good matcha powder?

Good matcha stands out from the first glance. The color should be a vibrant green, meaning it was made from young, shade-grown leaves packed with chlorophyll. Dull, olive, or yellow-colored matcha usually means the leaves were older or exposed to too much air or light. When you open the container, the scent should be fresh and grassy with a soft sweetness, not stale or sharp. If you get the chance to taste it, the high-quality matcha flavor will be smooth and full-bodied with just a hint of natural sweetness and almost no bitterness. Poorer quality matcha, on the other hand, tends to taste flat, harsh, or overly bitter. Price isn't everything, but if it seems too cheap, there's usually a reason: true ceremonial-grade matcha takes a lot of care to produce. Look for matcha from Japan, and check that it's stone-ground, which preserves its delicate texture and flavor.

Is matcha good for baking?

Yes, baking with matcha is amazing; it brings a subtle earthy flavor and a natural green color that stands out in everything from cookies and cakes to muffins and matcha pancakes. When used right, it adds a soft umami that balances sweet ingredients like white chocolate, cream, or vanilla without overpowering them. The key is to use a premium culinary-grade matcha, which is slightly stronger in flavor profile than ceremonial grade and made to hold up to heat. Just be mindful not to use too much, as more matcha can make your baked goods taste grassy or bitter. A little goes a long way, both in flavor and color.

What are some health benefits of matcha?

Matcha is known for packing a solid mix of health benefits; thanks to how it's grown and consumed, you're drinking the whole powdered leaf, not just an infusion like regular green tea. One of the big ones is that it's rich in beneficial antioxidants, especially EGCG, which is linked to anti-inflammatory properties and supports heart health. The caffeine in matcha powder also gives you a gentle energy boost; thanks to an amino acid called L-theanine, it provides alertness without the usual crash of coffee. It can help focus, memory, and a general sense of calm energy. Some studies suggest it may support metabolism and help the body burn fat more efficiently, though that's often paired with other lifestyle factors. It's also easy on the stomach and has been associated with better digestion and even clearer skin, especially when swapping it in for heavier drinks.

How to bake with matcha?

Baking with matcha is pretty straightforward, but there are a few things to remember to get the best color, flavor, and texture. First, use culinary-grade matcha or cafe-grade matcha. It's less delicate than ceremonial grade and has a bolder taste that stands up well in baking recipes. When adding it to a recipe, you usually just whisk or sift it into the dry ingredients like flour so it mixes evenly and doesn't clump. The standard amount is about 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup of flour, depending on how strong you want the flavor and color.

Matcha pairs well with ingredients like white chocolate, vanilla, citrus, almonds, and cream cheese. It's great in cookies, cakes, muffins, shortbread, and doughnuts. Just avoid baking it at very high temperatures for too long; too much heat can dull the matcha green color and give it a slightly bitter edge. If you're making something light in color, like a sponge cake or sugar cookies, matcha pops and gives it that exceptional color, taste, and beautiful aroma. If needed, a little lemon juice or honey can balance out its natural earthiness.

How to make matcha pancakes?

Making matcha pancakes is super simple and a fun way to switch up your usual breakfast. You're just adding matcha powder to a basic pancake batter, and the result is soft, slightly earthy pancakes with a vibrant color and subtle vanilla aroma.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp premium matcha powder (sifted)
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg with the milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
  3. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined.
  4. Cook: Lightly grease a nonstick pan and simmer it over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top, then flip and cook the other side until golden.
  5. Serve: Stack and top with syrup, berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk.

Can you bake with ceremonial grade matcha?

You can bake with ceremonial grade matcha powder, but it's usually not the best idea. Ceremonial matcha is made from the youngest, most tender green tea leaves and has a delicate, naturally sweet flavor and a vibrant green color, great for drinking straight. Once you bake it, that subtle green tea flavor often gets lost, and the heat can dull its bright color, too.

For baking, premium culinary matcha or cafe-grade matcha is the better choice. It's specifically made to hold up to heat, and its bolder flavor shines among other ingredients like butter, sugar, and chocolate. Save the ceremonial stuff for whisking into hot water or milk, where you can really appreciate its texture and taste.

Which matcha is best for everyday drinking?

For everyday matcha drinking, go for a matcha labeled as ceremonial grade or a smooth, high-quality culinary grade or cafe grade. It should have a vibrant green color and a clean, slightly sweet aroma. The flavor should be mellow and smooth, with a gentle earthiness and mild bitterness, especially if you're drinking it plain with water. It's best to choose matcha that's grown in Japan.

If you like to switch between straight matcha (like usucha or iced matcha) and milk-based drinks like a matcha latte, pick one that has a balanced flavor, grassy and rich but not too delicate. That way, you can still enjoy the taste, whether whisking it with hot water or in a cold oat or almond milk latte.