Ichibancha Ceremonial Matcha (First Harvest) is considered the highest grade, made from the very first tea leaves picked during the season. This matcha is rich, smooth, and vibrant in colour with a naturally sweet, umami flavour. Perfect for traditional preparation or as a luxurious daily ritual.
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Ichibancha Ceremonial Matcha (First Harvest) is considered the highest grade, made from the very first tea leaves picked during the season. This matcha is rich, smooth, and vibrant in colour with a naturally sweet, umami flavour. Perfect for traditional preparation or as a luxurious daily ritual.
Chemical free
Fair trade
Organic
Key Info
GradeCeremonial
Country Of OriginJapan
ProcessStone Milled, Ceremonial Matcha
Flavor NotesUmami, Nutty, Pronounced Sweetness
Size70 g
Details
Expect bold umami, creamy texture, and delicate sweetness. Its freshness makes it perfect for traditional tea ceremonies or premium lattes.
Shipping
We currently ship to the below countries. We do our best to deliver your order to you in the timeframes listed below, but please note these are estimates from our delivery provider.
UAE Next Day - 24 hours
Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah
Middle East 2-3 days
Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia
United Kingdom & Europe 2-4 days
Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mayotte, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Réunion, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, Vatican City
Asia 3-4 days
Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Christmas Island, Hong Kong SAR China, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Macau SAR China, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen
Oceania 2-5 days
Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
North America 2-4 days
Canada, USA
South America 3-5 days
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela
Central America 3-5 days
Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Curaçao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Saint Martin, St. Barthélemy, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos Islands
Ichibancha Ceremonial Matcha is produced from Japan’s first harvest of spring. These early-season leaves are packed with nutrients and flavor, yielding an intense yet smooth matcha experience.
Key Features
First flush (“Ichibancha”) ceremonial-grade
Shade-grown and hand-harvested
Stone-ground for silkiness
Rich in antioxidants and amino acids
Tasting Profile
Deep umami, balanced sweetness, and a creamy finish. Fresh, vibrant, and aromatic, representing the pinnacle of spring harvest matcha.
Suggested Recipes
Koicha (thick tea): 4g matcha with 40ml warm water.
Usucha: 2g with 70ml water whisked to froth.
Matcha Latte: 2g whisked into 50ml water, topped with 150ml milk.
Who Is It For?
Ideal for connoisseurs and tea practitioners seeking the purest, most nutrient-rich ceremonial-grade matcha for rituals and mindful drinking.
Know more about this product
Ichibancha Ceremonial Matcha is produced from Japan’s first harvest of spring. These early-season leaves are packed with nutrients and flavor, yielding an intense yet smooth matcha experience.
Key Features
First flush (“Ichibancha”) ceremonial-grade
Shade-grown and hand-harvested
Stone-ground for silkiness
Rich in antioxidants and amino acids
Tasting Profile
Deep umami, balanced sweetness, and a creamy finish. Fresh, vibrant, and aromatic, representing the pinnacle of spring harvest matcha.
Suggested Recipes
Koicha (thick tea): 4g matcha with 40ml warm water.
Usucha: 2g with 70ml water whisked to froth.
Matcha Latte: 2g whisked into 50ml water, topped with 150ml milk.
Who Is It For?
Ideal for connoisseurs and tea practitioners seeking the purest, most nutrient-rich ceremonial-grade matcha for rituals and mindful drinking.
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