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Kagoshima Ceremonial Matcha First Harvest
$89
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- Ceremonial grade
- Certified Organic
- Lab Tested
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Product Information
The first thing most people notice is the colour. Not the dusty, khaki green you get from a supermarket bag, a proper jade. Almost luminous when it foams up. That colour is chlorophyll, and it's the clearest signal that the leaves were young, shade-grown, and handled correctly.
We source from one farm, a JAS-certified family operation in the Kagoshima highlands. Not a blend, not a rotating supplier. Same farm, same family, every season.
Before harvest each spring, the tea plants are covered for three weeks to block sunlight. It stresses the plant. The plant responds by pushing more L-theanine and chlorophyll into the leaves, which is why first-harvest matcha is naturally sweeter and more vibrant than anything picked later in the year. The farmers call it ichibancha. It happens once a year. That's the batch in this bag.
The leaves are stone-ground on granite millstones. Slowly, the friction generates almost no heat, which matters because heat degrades the enzymes and chlorophyll that give ceremonial matcha its colour and flavour. Industrial milling runs hot and fast. You can taste the difference.
The powder comes out fine enough that it whisks completely smooth in about 20 seconds. No grit. No bitterness. Drink it with hot water and nothing else, at least the first time. Most people don't add anything after that.
The powder comes out fine enough that it whisks completely smooth in about 20 seconds. No grit. No bitterness. Drink it with hot water and nothing else, at least the first time. Most people don't add anything after that.
Why You’ll Love It
- Sourced from one farm, not a blend, not a rotating supplier. Same Kagoshima family, every season.
- First-flush only. The youngest leaves of the year carry the highest L-theanine content. We don't use later harvests.
- Tested by an independent lab, heavy metals, pesticides, microbial safety. Results available on request.
- Whisks completely smooth in 20 seconds. No grit. This is what stone-grinding actually does.
Taste & Texture
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Lightly sweet with gentle umami
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Silky smooth when whisked
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Fresh, clean aroma
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No harsh or bitter aftertaste
Product Specifications
| 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. ~30 mg per 1 g serve |
| L-theanine | High (responsible for calm, focused energy) |
| Certifications | JAS Organic-certified farms |
| Tasting notes | Sweet umami, no bitterness, silky texture |
| Colour | Vivid jade green |
| Best for | Traditional whisking, iced matcha, daily wellness |
| Intended audience | Coffee switchers, wellness-focused adults, matcha beginners |
| Net weight | 50g / 100g |
| Country of origin | Japan |
Ingredients
How to Use
Delivery & Shipping
When will I receive my order?
Orders are dispatched within 24 hrs from our warehouse in Victoria. Orders placed before 10 AM AEST are dispatched on the same business day.
How much is shipping?
- Standard Delivery (Free on orders over 50 AUD): 10 AUD - Orders typically arrive 3-5 business days after despatch.
- Express Shipping: 15 AUD - Orders typically arrive 1-3 business days after despatch.
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 & Storage
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.
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IT'S MATCHA TIME
iki Matcha Co Vs OTHER BRANDS
| IKI MATCHA | STANDARD MATCHA | |
|---|---|---|
| ORIGIN | Single-origin Kagoshima, Japan | Often blended from multiple sources |
| HARVEST | First harvest (Ichibancha) | Second or third harvest |
| Organic | 100% Organic from JAS-certified farms | Often use harmful pesticides & fertilisers. |
| Lab Testing | Independently AU Lab Tested | Often missing |
| CULTIVATION | Shade-grown for 3 weeks | Minimal shading or none |
| PROCESSING | Traditional granite stone-ground | Industrial milling methods |
| TASTE | Smooth, sweet and naturally umami | Can be bitter or grassy |
| PRICE (1g/cup) | ~ $0.89/cup | ~ $1.20/cup |
| TRANSPARENCY | Single farm, traceable and lab tested | Origin and testing often undisclosed |
All comparisons are general and may vary by brand and preparation.
PURITY & SAFETY VERIFIED
Every batch is carefully tested to exceed quality and safety standards. Tested on December 2025
LEAD (AS PB)
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 5.0
TIN (AS SN)
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 250.0
ARSENIC (AS AS)
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 1.1
COPPER (AS CU)
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 150.1
CADMIUM (AS CD)
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 1.5
MERCURY (AS HG)
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 1.0
METHYL MERCURY
BLQ
mg/kg
Specification Max: 0.25
TOTAL AEROBIC BACTERIA
100
cfu/gm
NMT 10⁷ cfu/gm
BLQ – Below Limit of Quantification
NMT – Not More Than
HOW TO BREW THE PERFECT MATCHA
Let's brew some Matcha magic!
Sift It!
Take a tiny spoonful (1g). Add more matcha for a stronger drink.
Whisk
Add 30 ml of warm water (80°C) and whisk until frothy!
Pour It!
Add to 200 ml of water/milk.
Sip and enjoy!
Describe this step here.
FROM THE SOURCE
THE FARM WE CHOSE AND WHY
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.
BEFORE YOU ASK
Find answers to common questions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Yes, our matcha powder has undergone third-party laboratory testing for microbial contamination, heavy metals (including lead and arsenic), and pesticide residues.
