Umami Leaf Organic Japanese Ceremonial Grade Matcha

This is genuinely smooth with no bitterness—16 reviews specifically call out how smooth it tastes. The natural sweetness means you won't need to add honey or agave to make it drinkable. It's that clean, mellow matcha flavor with umami and earthy notes, not the harsh, grassy bitterness you might've experienced with lower grades.

Absolutely. The powder is super fine and whisks up easily without lumps, even for beginners. It froths into that creamy, foamy texture you see in photos, and reviewers say it's forgiving—works well whether you're making it hot or iced. You don't need perfect technique to get good results.

Uji is Japan's most renowned matcha-growing region—think of it like Champagne for sparkling wine. This first harvest (ichiban) matcha from Uji has that vibrant emerald color and rich, full-bodied flavor that matcha enthusiasts notice immediately. Reviewers who've tried matchas from different countries specifically mention this one's superior quality and authentic taste profile.

If you're drinking matcha daily, it'll go quickly—several reviewers mention the tin is small and doesn't last long for regular users. You're looking at roughly 20 servings with 2g per cup, so maybe 2-3 weeks for daily drinkers. The price reflects the ceremonial grade quality, but just know you'll be reordering fairly often if this becomes your daily ritual.

The color is strikingly vibrant—14 reviews mention the 'emerald green' or 'brilliant green' appearance. That vivid color is a sign of fresh, high-quality first harvest matcha. You'll notice it immediately when you open the tin and when you whisk it up.

Two things: the tin is small (40g goes fast if you drink it regularly), and if you tip it on its side, the lid can leak powder—one reviewer learned that the hard way. Also, the price per ounce is steep, but that's typical for authentic ceremonial grade matcha from Uji. You're paying for first harvest quality, not bulk commodity matcha.