Shizuoka Ceremonial 1kg

Premium first-harvest matcha from Shizuoka, offering a smooth, refined flavour with delicate umami and a well-rounded finish, ideal for traditional matcha preparation and premium café drinks.

Shizuoka Ceremonial Matcha is made exclusively from first-harvest tea leaves grown and processed in Shizuoka, Japan, using a blend of Yabukita and Okumidori cultivars.

Its refined flavour profile combines gentle umami, natural sweetness and a smooth finish, making it an excellent choice for traditional matcha preparation, straight matcha and premium milk-based beverages.

Product Details

• Grade: Ceremonial

• Harvest composition: 100% first-harvest leaves

• Cultivars: Yabukita and Okumidori

• Flavour: Smooth, refined and well-rounded with delicate umami

• Tea leaf origin: Shizuoka, Japan

• Processing: Shizuoka, Japan

• Best for: Traditional matcha preparation, straight matcha, premium matcha lattes and specialty café drinks

Flavour and Recommended Applications

Shizuoka Ceremonial Matcha offers a refined and balanced flavour that highlights the delicate characteristics of first-harvest Japanese green tea.

Made exclusively from first-harvest leaves, it delivers a smooth drinking experience with gentle umami, subtle natural sweetness and a clean, well-rounded finish.

The blend of Yabukita and Okumidori brings together the balanced Japanese green tea character of Yabukita and the smooth, mellow qualities associated with Okumidori, creating a harmonious flavour profile.

Its smooth flavour makes it particularly enjoyable when prepared traditionally with water, allowing the natural character of the matcha to be appreciated without milk or sweeteners.

It also works beautifully in premium matcha lattes, where its delicate tea flavour and refined finish complement milk without becoming overly bitter or overpowering.

Recommended Uses

• Traditional matcha preparation (usucha)

• Straight matcha with hot or cold water

• Premium hot matcha lattes

• Premium iced matcha lattes

• Oat milk and other plant-based lattes

• Specialty café matcha drinks

• Lightly sweetened matcha beverages

• Premium matcha desserts and culinary applications

Shizuoka-Grown and Shizuoka-Processed

The tea leaves used for Shizuoka Ceremonial Matcha are grown in Shizuoka and also processed in Shizuoka.

Made exclusively from first-harvest leaves, this matcha captures the delicate qualities associated with the first tea harvest of the season.

The blend combines Yabukita, one of Japan's most widely grown tea cultivars, with Okumidori, a cultivar appreciated for its smooth flavour and mellow character.

Together, these cultivars create a refined and well-balanced matcha suitable for both traditional preparation and premium café applications.

A Refined Matcha for Traditional Preparation and Premium Lattes

Shizuoka Ceremonial Matcha is designed for customers seeking a smooth, refined and approachable ceremonial-grade matcha with balanced umami and minimal harshness.

Its delicate flavour can be enjoyed on its own with water, while its well-rounded character also makes it an excellent choice for high-quality matcha lattes.

For cafés and businesses looking to offer a premium matcha experience, Shizuoka Ceremonial Matcha provides a versatile option that performs well in both traditional and modern matcha beverages.