No. 60

Imperial Grade Matcha

£39.95

A limited-edition stone milled, intensely umami matcha crafted from shade-grown Okumidori leaves. Finely ground to 10 microns for velvety texture and sweet and creamy mouth feel.

Format

Size:40g Caddy

Variant

Quantity:

UK Delivery

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USA tracked	From £15.00	UPS	2-3 days, up to 7*, Tracked
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Introducing Imperial Grade Matcha, our most refined, limited-edition matcha to date. Made by the 3rd generation farmer Yoshiaki and his wife Yuko is solely from the highly renowned Okumidori cultivar, this exceptional tea is shade-grown for over three weeks and stone-ground into an ultra-fine 10-micron powder.

The result is a vibrant, emerald-green matcha with a rich, velvety texture, intense umami, and natural sweetness. The Imperial Grade Matcha, made from First Flush Okumidori leaves, offers a richer, multi layered profile than our Ceremonial Matcha. It opens with intensely deep umami and soft nori-like savouriness, unfolding into subtle fresh, vegetal and minty shiso leaf tones.

A luxuriously creamy mouthfeel carries gentle notes of toasted cashew and a hint of cacao nib, adding nutty warmth and sophistication. The finish lingers with a delicate, natural sweetness, reminiscent of fresh cream, young grass, leaving the palate clean, nourished, and balanced.

Compared to ceremonial grade matcha, which leans brighter and more grassy, Imperial Grade delivers a darker, fuller-bodied experience with heightened umami, without any astringency (bitterness), and a velvety depth that reflects the artistry of its cultivation and the purity of its Okumidori origin. Perfect for traditional preparation or creamy latte, Imperial Grade Matcha is a celebration of purity and tradition.

What Makes Our Imperial Matcha So Special

Made exclusively with the rare Okumidori cultivar for exceptional natural sweetness and smoothness

Grown under shade for 3+ weeks to maximise L-theanine

Share grown First flush harvest, mean most concentrated chlorophyll resulting in high amino acids.

Bold, creamy, umami-rich flavour without bitterness

Packed with antioxidants and L-theanine for sustained energy and clarity

Hand-harvested first flush matcha

What Makes It Imperial Grade?

Imperial Grade Matcha uses only Okumidori leaves from the earliest spring harvest (Ichibancha), grown under extended shade to produce a uniquely high concentration of chlorophyll and L-theanine. Ground with precision into a superfine 10-micron powder, it delivers unmatched depth, balance, and vibrancy.

How to make matcha

To Whisk (Traditional Hot Preparation):

Sift 2 matcha spoon full (1.5 – 2.0g) into a bowl

Add 60–80ml water at 60-70°C

Whisk in a “M” motion until frothy

Sip and savour slowly

To Blend (Koicha - Thick Tea):

Use 3g matcha with 40ml water and whisk slowly until smooth and dense.

Region

Suzuka Mountain Range, Mie Pref, Japan

Imperial Grade Matcha is cultivated in the pristine valleys of the Suzuka Mountains. With mineral-rich soils, cool alpine air, and influence from the nearby Pacific coast, this region’s terroir enhances both flavour and nutrition. The result: a matcha of vivid colour, creamy structure, and profound umami flavour.

1 - 2g

200ml

80°C

Whisk Thoroughly