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product_id: 740928749
title: "Matcharl Kyoto Uji Matcha Powder – Japanese First Harvest Green Tea, Stone-Ground, Ceremonial Grade (40g), Gold | Uji, Kyoto First Harvest | Stone-Milled | Smooth, Rich Umami & Natural Sweetness | Ideal for Premium Lattes or Usucha"
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reviews_count: 5
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# Shade-Grown First Harvest Ceremonial Grade Purity Stone-Ground Freshness Matcharl Kyoto Uji Matcha Powder – Japanese First Harvest Green Tea, Stone-Ground, Ceremonial Grade (40g), Gold | Uji, Kyoto First Harvest | Stone-Milled | Smooth, Rich Umami & Natural Sweetness | Ideal for Premium Lattes or Usucha

**Brand:** matcharl
**Price:** 53040CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍃 Elevate your ritual with Kyoto’s finest green gold — sip sophistication, skip the bitterness.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Matcharl Kyoto Uji Matcha Powder – Japanese First Harvest Green Tea, Stone-Ground, Ceremonial Grade (40g), Gold | Uji, Kyoto First Harvest | Stone-Milled | Smooth, Rich Umami & Natural Sweetness | Ideal for Premium Lattes or Usucha by matcharl
- **How much does it cost?** 53040CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- matcharl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted matcharl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth & Naturally Sweet:** Velvety texture with minimal bitterness, perfect for traditional brews or creamy lattes.
- • **Resealable 20-Serving Can:** Convenient daily use with freshness guaranteed, ideal for busy professionals on the go.
- • **Stone-Ground Freshness Sealed:** Freshly milled powder locked in airtight packaging to preserve vibrant color and rich umami.
- • **Authentic Uji Ceremonial Grade:** Experience premium matcha from Kyoto’s legendary tea region, crafted for true connoisseurs.
- • **Sustained Focus & Clean Energy:** Rich in L-theanine for calm alertness—ditch jitters and crashes, stay sharp all day.

## Overview

Matcharl Kyoto Uji Matcha Powder is a premium ceremonial grade green tea sourced from the first harvest in Uji, Kyoto. Stone-ground to preserve maximum freshness and flavor, it delivers a smooth, naturally sweet umami taste with minimal bitterness. Packed in a resealable 40g can offering 20 servings, this matcha provides sustained, jitter-free energy thanks to its rich L-theanine content. Perfect for traditional tea ceremonies or modern matcha lattes, it embodies centuries of Japanese tea craftsmanship in every vibrant green scoop.

## Description

Matcha is the summit of Japanese green tea, meticulously crafted from the youngest, most tender leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Grown in lush green fields, this premium matcha offers a vibrant green color and a delicate, complex flavor profile that is sweet and rich in umami. Uji matcha is known for its unique taste and excellent quality. Tea leaves grown in the fields around Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, are cultivated using a unique shade-growing technique that enhances their flavor. Carefully harvested tea leaves are finely stone-ground to produce a bright green powder with a rich umami aroma and taste. Uji matcha is renowned for its gentle sweetness, rich umami, and low bitterness, and is cherished by tea lovers worldwide. It is popular not only for its rich taste but also for its catechins and other nutrients.

Review: It smells like heaven, is vibrant green, blends perfectly, and tastes delicious and not bitter!! - Matcha has been all the craze, and as a newbie I had no idea there was so much information online regarding matcha powders. I know it’s apart of Japanese culture, so there’s a lot of history and tradition surrounding it, but on apps like Tik Tok it’s become so popular that it’s created its own separate massive community. I knew it was trendy, but not THAT trendy. Honestly, all I wanted was a matcha latte and I thought making it at home would be simple…but no…I had to use my college level research skills to figure out what powder to even get. It seems like 95% of the matcha powders are sold out because of their popularity, and so it was really hard trying to find recommended powders without spending a lot of money, waiting for long shipping, or stalking websites for restocks…which I really didn’t want to deal with. So, to all of you reading this who are in the same boat, this is a great matcha powder. Buy it!! I made my first drink and absolutely loved it. I can’t handle bitterness and experienced no bitterness with this powder, so if you hate bitter things you’ll love this! (Recommendation: whisk the matcha with cold/room temperature water or milk to make it less bitter! Also, using milk makes it super creamy and sweet tasting. I used oat milk!) There are some reviews saying it smells bad, but I think the powder smells insanely good. When it’s mixed in with a liquid it does smell more earthy, but it doesn’t translate to the taste at all. To me it smells sweet with a nice earthy/floral and nutty tone that isn’t too strong, but just right. The color is a very vibrant green which apparently means it’s higher quality. I had no issues with clumpiness when mixing the powder either. Overall, I’m super happy and super relieved. I was worried it would be bitter and I would not like it, but it’s absolutely delicious. I’m happy I found something that is actually in stock and a decent price for the size, while being super high quality and fairly perfect in all aspects. I can’t wait to experiment with it more!! Also stop overthinking and just buy this matcha powder. If you don’t you’ll end up in a never ending matcha powder research loop like I did.
Review: Gold Blend vs. Taro Blend (Compared to Ippodo Sayaka) - I compared these two Matcharl matchas side-by-side with my all-time favorite: Ippodo Sayaka ($50 for 40g). For consistency, I prepared all three as mini iced lattes using 1 oz water, 1 scoop of small ice, 1 tsp matcha powder, 2 oz oat milk, and 1 tbsp simple syrup. My husband and I also did a blind taste test to rank them. 🤔Matcharl Taro Blend – 6/10 Price: $20 (40g) -Color: Nice green with a slight yellow tint. -Flavor: This was our least favorite. The matcha flavor is extremely light, almost muted. -Bitterness/Astringency: Medium bitterness but the most astringent of the three. -Notes: Slightest fishy/seaweed aftertaste. Not terrible, but not a matcha we'd reach for again, just overall lacked flavor and sweetness. ✨Matcharl Gold Blend – 8/10 Price: $30 (40g) -Color: Nearly identical to the Taro Blend—green with a faint yellow tint. -Flavor: Noticeably richer and sweeter than the Taro Blend. Has a deeper matcha flavor with far less bitterness and astringency. -Notes: Little to no seaweed/fishy taste. -Comparison: Closer to Ippodo Sayaka (but not a dupe). Side-by-side you can tell Sayaka is still superior, but the Gold Blend is a big step up from Taro. 🏆 Final Thoughts Ippodo Sayaka remains our top favorite: most vibrant green color, most balanced flavor, and still the best overall matcha we've tried. However, for $20 less, the Matcharl Gold Blend is a solid, high-quality matcha for lattes. We both agreed (even blindly) that it’s absolutely worth repurchasing. If you're deciding between the two Matcharl options, I strongly recommend spending a little extra for the Gold Blend, you’ll enjoy it much more than the Taro Blend.

## Features

- Authentic Japanese ceremonial grade matcha – new arrival from Uji, Kyoto: Discover the true essence of premium matcha, sourced directly from Uji, Japan, renowned for producing the finest green tea. Made with shade-grown first-harvest leaves, our matcha is stone-ground just before leaving Japan to ensure maximum freshness. Each batch is carefully packaged in airtight packaging to ensure superior quality and taste.
- Smooth, rich taste with a hint of natural sweetness: our ceremonial grade matcha is smooth and velvety, with a balanced umami flavor and a delicate hint of natural sweetness. With minimal bitterness, it is perfect for brewing traditional tea or making creamy matcha lattes at home.
- Sustained energy and concentration without crashes: unlike coffee, matcha provides a clean, long-lasting energy boost. Naturally rich in L-theanine, it promotes focus and relaxation while moderating the effects of caffeine, helping you stay energized without jitters or crashes. Naturally gluten- and sugar-free and packed with antioxidants for overall wellness.
- Authentic Uji matcha – crafted with centuries of experience: Uji is the heart of Japan's matcha culture, known for its unparalleled tea-making tradition. Our matcha is grown and processed with traditional techniques, ensuring an authentic, high-quality experience with every sip.
- Resealable freshness – designed for everyday use: Our 40g matcha preserves its freshness and quality. With 20 servings per can (1 teaspoon per serving), it is easy to prepare a cup of matcha tea or a frothy latte whenever you like.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DR8NYSMZ |
| Age Range Description | Adults |
| Allergen Information | Allergen-Free |
| Best Sellers Rank | #44,356 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #135 in Matcha Tea |
| Brand | Matcharl |
| Brand Name | Matcharl |
| Caffeine Content Description | Low Caffeine |
| Container Type | Can |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 149 Reviews |
| Diet Type | Plant Based |
| Diet type | Plant Based |
| Each Unit Count | 1 |
| Flavor | Matcha |
| Flavour | Matcha |
| Item Form | Powder |
| Item Volume | 1.4 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Weight | 1.41 Ounces |
| Item form | Powder |
| Manufacturer | Matcharl |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | GOLD_40F |
| Product Benefits | Sustained Energy, Focus, Antioxidant Rich |
| Region of Origin | Kyoto, Uji |
| Sweetness Description | mildly sweet |
| Tea Variety | Matcha |
| Tea variety | Matcha |
| Unit Count | 1.4 Ounce |
| Unit count | 1.4 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Matcharl
- **Flavour:** Matcha
- **Item form:** Powder
- **Tea variety:** Matcha
- **Unit count:** 1.4 Grams

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It smells like heaven, is vibrant green, blends perfectly, and tastes delicious and not bitter!!
*by A***I on 13 August 2025*

Matcha has been all the craze, and as a newbie I had no idea there was so much information online regarding matcha powders. I know it’s apart of Japanese culture, so there’s a lot of history and tradition surrounding it, but on apps like Tik Tok it’s become so popular that it’s created its own separate massive community. I knew it was trendy, but not THAT trendy. Honestly, all I wanted was a matcha latte and I thought making it at home would be simple…but no…I had to use my college level research skills to figure out what powder to even get. It seems like 95% of the matcha powders are sold out because of their popularity, and so it was really hard trying to find recommended powders without spending a lot of money, waiting for long shipping, or stalking websites for restocks…which I really didn’t want to deal with. So, to all of you reading this who are in the same boat, this is a great matcha powder. Buy it!! I made my first drink and absolutely loved it. I can’t handle bitterness and experienced no bitterness with this powder, so if you hate bitter things you’ll love this! (Recommendation: whisk the matcha with cold/room temperature water or milk to make it less bitter! Also, using milk makes it super creamy and sweet tasting. I used oat milk!) There are some reviews saying it smells bad, but I think the powder smells insanely good. When it’s mixed in with a liquid it does smell more earthy, but it doesn’t translate to the taste at all. To me it smells sweet with a nice earthy/floral and nutty tone that isn’t too strong, but just right. The color is a very vibrant green which apparently means it’s higher quality. I had no issues with clumpiness when mixing the powder either. Overall, I’m super happy and super relieved. I was worried it would be bitter and I would not like it, but it’s absolutely delicious. I’m happy I found something that is actually in stock and a decent price for the size, while being super high quality and fairly perfect in all aspects. I can’t wait to experiment with it more!! Also stop overthinking and just buy this matcha powder. If you don’t you’ll end up in a never ending matcha powder research loop like I did.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gold Blend vs. Taro Blend (Compared to Ippodo Sayaka)
*by M***. on 4 December 2025*

I compared these two Matcharl matchas side-by-side with my all-time favorite: Ippodo Sayaka ($50 for 40g). For consistency, I prepared all three as mini iced lattes using 1 oz water, 1 scoop of small ice, 1 tsp matcha powder, 2 oz oat milk, and 1 tbsp simple syrup. My husband and I also did a blind taste test to rank them. 🤔Matcharl Taro Blend – 6/10 Price: $20 (40g) -Color: Nice green with a slight yellow tint. -Flavor: This was our least favorite. The matcha flavor is extremely light, almost muted. -Bitterness/Astringency: Medium bitterness but the most astringent of the three. -Notes: Slightest fishy/seaweed aftertaste. Not terrible, but not a matcha we'd reach for again, just overall lacked flavor and sweetness. ✨Matcharl Gold Blend – 8/10 Price: $30 (40g) -Color: Nearly identical to the Taro Blend—green with a faint yellow tint. -Flavor: Noticeably richer and sweeter than the Taro Blend. Has a deeper matcha flavor with far less bitterness and astringency. -Notes: Little to no seaweed/fishy taste. -Comparison: Closer to Ippodo Sayaka (but not a dupe). Side-by-side you can tell Sayaka is still superior, but the Gold Blend is a big step up from Taro. 🏆 Final Thoughts Ippodo Sayaka remains our top favorite: most vibrant green color, most balanced flavor, and still the best overall matcha we've tried. However, for $20 less, the Matcharl Gold Blend is a solid, high-quality matcha for lattes. We both agreed (even blindly) that it’s absolutely worth repurchasing. If you're deciding between the two Matcharl options, I strongly recommend spending a little extra for the Gold Blend, you’ll enjoy it much more than the Taro Blend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good matcha
*by C***Y on 20 February 2026*

I wanted to find a less expensive matcha (compared to Ippodo) without sacrificing quality and the gold blend has been great for that. It's a nice vibrant green, isn't bitter, has a good flavor and a smooth texture. I've ordered it two times so far and haven't been disappointed.

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