A quiet morning cup, an iced matcha latte, or a little tea-inspired baking: Japanese tea powders make room for all three. Our Japanese Tea Powder collection brings together pure matcha, convenient instant green teas, and sweet, creamy latte blends, so you can choose a tea that fits your taste and your daily routine.
Not sure where to begin? Here’s a guide to exploring the collection.
Pure Matcha: a Versatile Place to Start
If you enjoy the character of green tea and want control over the sweetness of your drink, start with a pure matcha. Hagiri Shizuoka Fuji Matcha is a stone-milled powder made from tea leaves grown in Shizuoka, Japan. It offers a way to explore matcha on its own or incorporate it into lattes and recipes.
For another option, Nanaya Uji Matcha is stone-ground from Uji-grown tencha leaves from Kyoto Prefecture. Its smooth texture and balanced umami make it a choice for both a traditional bowl of tea and modern matcha creations.
Prefer an organic option? Healthy Company Organic Matcha uses JAS-certified organic Japanese tea leaves and is suitable for drinks as well as cooking.
Instant Green Tea for an Easy Everyday Cup
When convenience comes first, an instant green tea powder can keep preparation simple. ITO EN Oi Ocha Sarasara Green Tea with Matcha combines Japanese green tea with matcha in a powder designed to mix into hot or cold water.
This is a useful starting point if you want a refreshing green tea at your desk or an iced drink without brewing a pot. Follow the package directions, then adjust the amount of powder to suit your preferred strength.
Matcha Latte Blends for a Sweeter Tea Break
If your ideal tea moment is creamy and gently sweet, explore the latte mixes. Sefco Matcha Latte brings together Uji matcha and creamy milk in a convenient instant blend.
Another option is Tsuboichi Matcha Latte Made with Milk, a blend of Japanese matcha and Wasanbon sugar designed to be prepared with milk. It is an easy way to enjoy a sweet matcha drink at home.
Pure matcha and latte mixes are not interchangeable: some mixes already include sugar or milk ingredients. Check each product’s ingredients and preparation instructions before choosing your milk or adding sweetener.
Beyond Matcha: Roasted Tea and Royal Milk Tea
There is more to the collection than green matcha drinks. Kataoka Tsujiri Houjicha Milk offers the fragrant character of roasted green tea in an instant milk-tea blend. It is worth exploring when you want a different flavor from your usual matcha latte.
For black tea lovers, Wakodo Milk Shop’s Instant Royal Milk Tea pairs black tea with a rich, mellow milk flavor. It brings another style of Japanese tea break into your kitchen.
Simple Ways to Enjoy your Tea Powder
Start with the preparation instructions on your chosen package. Different powders need different quantities and methods: pure matcha may benefit from whisking, while instant blends are designed for easy mixing.
Once you know your favorite, try it in a new setting. Prepare an iced version when the product directions allow, use a suitable matcha in baking, or add a little to yogurt or a dessert. For recipes, an unsweetened matcha gives you more control over the final sweetness than a ready-made latte mix.
Find Your Everyday Favorite
The best starting point is how you like to drink tea. Choose pure matcha for versatility, instant green tea for a straightforward cup, or a latte blend for a sweet, creamy treat. Then explore a roasted houjicha or royal milk tea when you feel like something different.
Explore the Japanese Tea Powder collection at Japanese Green Tea Shops and make your next tea break your own.
