{"product_id":"japanese-ceremonial-grade-matcha","title":"Japanese Ceremonial Grade Matcha","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCloud-grown Calm.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience our highest-grade Ceremonial Matcha from Japan. Stone-ground from the shade-grown spring tea leaves, this vibrant green powder delivers a smooth, umami-rich flavour with no bitterness. Perfect for traditional whisking or a velvety matcha latte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Cultivars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kagoshima origin with a balanced blend of Okumidori, Saemidori, Saeakari, and Tsuyuhikari cultivars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrafted with Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e First spring harvest from young, shade-grown leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Energy \u0026amp; Focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally occurring L-theanine and clean caffeine deliver sustained calm alertness without the crash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant Powerhouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packed with EGCG, catechins, and vital nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally sweet and umami-forward taste with a velvety, smooth, texture, and a clean finish with no astringency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWays To Enjoy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTraditional Ceremonial Preparation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSift 1–2 tsp (1–2g) of matcha into a bowl. Add 60ml of hot water (around 80°C—not boiling). Whisk vigorously in a \"W\" motion using a bamboo chasen until a fine layer of frothy foam forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDaily Matcha Latte\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhisk 4g of matcha with 40ml of hot water until smooth. Pour over 120ml of warm or iced milk of your choice (oat pairs exceptionally well). Sweeten lightly with honey or maple syrup if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Between Leaves","offers":[{"title":"50g Tin","offer_id":52715518820654,"sku":"MATCHA-CG-JAP-50G","price":59.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/4552\/7086\/files\/CGJMatcha50gTin.jpg?v=1789823036","url":"https:\/\/betweenleaves.co.nz\/products\/japanese-ceremonial-grade-matcha","provider":"Between Leaves","version":"1.0","type":"link"}