40g Ceremony Matcha
Grown on a single estate in Kagoshima, Japan, our organic ceremonial-grade matcha is made from a first-harvest blend of Okumidori and Saemidori cultivars. Shade-grown for three weeks and stone-milled, it delivers a naturally sweet, umami-rich flavour profile built for daily ritual.
- Pure, organic ceremonial-grade matcha
- First harvest from a single estate in Kagoshima, Japan
- A blend of Okumidori & Saemidori cultivars
- Shade-grown for three weeks
- Hand-picked and stone-ground
- Rich in L-theanine and antioxidants
Our Single Estate 40g matcha is grown in the volcanic soils of Kagoshima, Japan, where mineral-rich soil and spring water shape its depth of flavour. Our tea leaves are shade-grown for three weeks before the first spring harvest to concentrate L-theanine and chlorophyll, offering a sustained energy boost alongside a naturally sweet flavour profile. This is ceremonial matcha at its most considered.
A single-estate blend of Okumidori and Saemidori cultivars from Kagoshima, our matcha has a smooth, naturally sweet taste with a refined umami depth. The Okumidori cultivar brings a deep-bodied umami taste and is particularly well-suited for ceremonial blends. Saemidori contributes a softer sweetness and balance, creating one of the most harmonious cultivar expressions on the market. Together, the rich umami character and delicate sweetness produce a bowl with minimal bitterness, a silky texture, and a clean finish that lingers on the palate.
Grown in Japan and carefully crafted from a single-estate blend of Okumidori and Saemidori cultivars, our matcha reflects the care and precision at every stage of production. The tea plants are shade-grown for three weeks before harvesting, allowing the chlorophyll and L-theanine levels to fully develop, alongside the characteristic umami depth of high-quality matcha. After harvest, the leaves are then stone-milled into an ultra-fine powder and carefully transported to Cape Town. The result is a vibrant, balanced matcha that reflects both the craftsmanship of its producers and the unique qualities of its cultivars.
Our matcha is sourced directly from farmers in Japan and shipped shortly after milling to preserve its colour, nuanced flavour profile and nutritional integrity. We work in small batches to maintain a direct supply chain. Once in your hands, proper storage is key to keeping your matcha fresh: keep the bag or tin tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry place. We recommend the freezer or fridge. While matcha will not freeze, cold storage slows the oxidation process by protecting it from light, heat and humidity. Stored correctly, your Ceremony matcha should stay fresh for over one year.
What makes matcha, matcha
A few of the bioactive compounds behind matcha's unique benefits.
L-Theanine
A naturally occurring amino acid found almost exclusively in green tea, known for supporting calm and focused attention.
Caffeine
A gentler, slow-release energy lift. Alongside L-theanine, it promotes focus without sharp spikes or crashes.
EGCG
The most researched antioxidant in green tea and one of matcha's primary antioxidants. Matcha is one of the richest natural sources of EGCG.
Chlorophyll
The natural pigment responsible for matcha's vivid green colour, concentrated through the shade-growing process before harvest.
Matcha contains a wide range of naturally occurring bioactive compounds. The four highlighted above represent its key functional components, with a fuller profile outlined below.
Amino acids
- L-Theanine
- GABA
- Glutamic acid
- Arginine
- Aspartic acid
Catechins & polyphenols
- Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
- Epicatechin gallate (ECG)
- Epigallocatechin (EGC)
- Epicatechin (EC)
- Total catechins
- Tannins
Flavonoids
- Quercetin
- Rutin
- Kaempferol
Pigments
- Chlorophyll a
- Chlorophyll b
- Lutein
- β-Carotene
Vitamins
- Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
- Vitamin E (tocopherols)
Natural stimulants
- Caffeine
- Theobromine
- Theophylline
Also present
- Saponins
- Dietary fibre
- Polysaccharides
- Volatile aromatics (linalool, geraniol, nerolidol)
- Minerals (potassium, magnesium, zinc, manganese, iron)
Good for more than your mornings
The same bowl that lifts your energy is quietly doing more. Here's what the research says.
Calm, focused energy
L-theanine, an amino acid concentrated in shade-grown tea, promotes calm alertness. With matcha's caffeine, research links the pairing to sharper focus and attention.
Energy that lasts
L-theanine slows how quickly caffeine hits, so matcha gives steady energy across the morning instead of a spike and a crash.
Antioxidant-rich
Matcha is one of the richest dietary sources of EGCG, a green-tea catechin that helps neutralise free radicals.
Whole-leaf nutrition
You drink the whole stone-milled leaf, so you take in more catechins than steeped green tea, where the leaf is brewed and binned.
From one estate in Kagoshima
Kagoshima, in southern Japan, is one of the country's most respected matcha regions. Its volcanic, mineral-rich soil, pure spring water and cool mountain air give the leaf its depth. Our matcha is single-estate and shade-grown for three weeks before the first spring harvest, concentrating the L-theanine and chlorophyll behind its sweetness, calm energy and vivid colour. A first-harvest blend of Okumidori and Saemidori cultivars, stone-milled to an ultra-fine powder and shipped direct to Cape Town to protect its freshness.
Same ritual, calmer energy
The lift you want from your morning cup, without the jitters or the afternoon crash.
Everything you need for the bowl
Questions, answered
Ceremonial-grade matcha is made from the youngest, first-harvest tea leaves that are shade-grown to enhance their sweetness and nutrient content. It is stone-ground into a fine powder and crafted to be enjoyed simply with water for a smooth, minimally bitter cup. Ceremonial-grade matcha is typically suitable for use in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
A 40g bag yields about 20 servings at 2g per bowl. At that serving size, it should last roughly three weeks if enjoyed daily.
Matcha does contain caffeine, so it can keep you awake if you are sensitive to stimulants or drink it close to bedtime. However, the L-theanine helps release the caffeine more slowly, promoting a calmer, steadier form of focus that many people find less disruptive than coffee. We recommend drinking your last matcha six hours before bedtime.
For orders placed within South Africa, your matcha should reach you within 2 to 3 business days from dispatch. Our matcha is shipped in recyclable packaging, and free shipping applies to orders over R1,000.
