Not all matcha is ceremonial grade.
The word "matcha" covers a wide spectrum. Here is where iki Matcha sits, and why it matters.
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Most mornings don't come with three spare minutes and a bamboo whisk.
This one's for those mornings.
Our Ceremonial Matcha Latte Blend combines first harvest, stone-ground ceremonial matcha from Kagoshima, Japan, with organic coconut sugar from Sri Lanka pre-blended, so all you need is milk. Hot or iced. Shaken or stirred. Ready in under two minutes with no measuring, no bitterness, and no compromise on quality.
The matcha is exactly what we use in the ceremonial range: single cultivar, shade-grown, first harvest. The coconut sugar is low GI and organic, adding a natural sweetness that balances the umami without masking it.
The result is a smooth, vibrant matcha latte that tastes like something you'd pay over $7 for at a café. Except it's $1.18 a serve, made in your own kitchen.
Ready in 90 seconds — just add milk, hot or cold
Pre-sweetened with organic coconut sugar, no added sugar needed
Ceremonial grade matcha same first harvest quality as our pure range
No bitterness, naturally smooth and balanced
Low GI sweetener, coconut sugar, sits lower on the glycemic index than cane sugar
Creamy and smooth with natural sweetness
Soft umami balanced by the coconut sugar
Vibrant green colour visually as good as it tastes
Clean finish, no artificial aftertaste
Replaces coffee without sacrificing energy
Turns rushed mornings into intentional rituals
Delivers café-quality lattes at home
| Grade | Ceremonial |
| Origin | Kagoshima, Japan |
| Harvest | First flush (ichibancha) |
| Cultivation | Shade-grown, 3 weeks |
| Processing | Stone-ground (granite mill) |
| Harvest season | Spring |
| Caffeine level | Moderate — approx. 34mg per 1g serve |
| L-theanine | High (responsible for calm, focused energy) |
| Certifications | JAS Organic certified farms |
| Tasting notes | Slightly creamier, designed to complement milk |
| Colour | Vivid jade green |
| Best for | Oat milk lattes, iced matcha, daily use |
| Intended audience | Coffee switchers, wellness-focused adults, matcha beginners |
| Net weight | 100g |
| Country of origin | Japan |
When will I receive my order?
Orders are dispatched within 1–2 business days. Orders placed before 10 AM AEST are dispatched on the same business day.
How much is shipping?
Peace of mind
Every order is carefully packed and shipped with Aust. Post tracking, so you can follow your delivery from dispatch to doorstep.
Refer to Shipping Policy for more details.
Shelf-Life
In the original unopened package can stay fresh up to 12 months if stored properly. Once opened we recommend to consume within 4-6 weeks for best results.
Storage
Upon arrival, store your matcha in a cool and moisture-free environment using the original resealable pouch or an airtight, lightproof opaque container.
The word "matcha" covers a wide spectrum. Here is where iki Matcha sits, and why it matters.
PREPARATION GUIDE
Follow these traditional steps to prepare the perfect bowl of ceremonial grade matcha.
Use a fine mesh sifter to remove any clumps and ensure a smooth, lump-free powder.
Pour 60–70ml of water heated to 75–80°C over the sifted matcha powder.
Using a bamboo chasen, whisk in a rapid zigzag motion for 20–30 seconds until a fine foam forms.
Enjoy your ceremonial matcha within 60 seconds for optimal flavor and texture.
In the volcanic highlands of Kagoshima, at the southern tip of Japan's Kyushu island, the mineral-rich soil and sharp seasonal temperature fluctuations produce tea leaves of exceptional complexity. The farm we source from has been growing tencha. the whole leaves that become matcha, for three generations under JAS organic certification. We visited in person before we placed our first order. We do not blend our matcha across multiple origins or harvests. Every bag is traceable to one region, one season, one standard. The flavour varies subtly year to year, as it should — it is a living agricultural product, not a manufactured one.
Ceremonial grade uses the youngest first-flush leaves, which are naturally sweeter and lower in bitterness. They are intended to be drunk with water alone, whisked in the traditional way. Culinary grade uses later-harvest leaves, more robust in flavour and better suited to baking or lattes, where the matcha competes with other ingredients. Our ceremonial matcha can be used for lattes, but the reverse is rarely advisable.
A standard 1–2 g serve of iki Matcha contains approximately 35–70 mg of caffeine, roughly half that of a standard espresso. However, because matcha also contains L-theanine, the effect is qualitatively different: a calm, sustained alertness rather than a stimulant spike. Most people report no jitteriness and no crash.
A traditional bamboo chasen (whisk) produces the finest, most stable foam and is the correct tool for ceremonial preparation. An electric frother works as a practical alternative and produces good results. A blender is suitable for smoothies but not for traditional preparation. We do not recommend stirring with a spoon it leaves the powder insufficiently incorporated.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light, ideally in the refrigerator once opened. Our bags are nitrogen-flushed and resealable to preserve freshness. Unopened: up to 12 months. Once opened: best within 4–6 weeks for peak flavour, though it remains safe to consume beyond that. Do not freeze.
Yes, our matcha powder has undergone third-party laboratory testing for microbial contamination, heavy metals (including lead and arsenic), and pesticide residues.