Purematcha Comparison Chart & Video Guide
Struggling to choose the right matcha for you? Our in-depth comparison table cuts through the confusion. Compare grades, cultivars, origin and taste differences to find the matcha for you.> How are they different video?
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EISAI | NISHI | GOKOU | KOZAN-JI | KIYOMIDORI | WASANBON |
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| Grade | Ceremonial | Ceremonial | Ceremonial | Premium | Premium | Culinary |
| Milling method | Stone-mill | Stone-mill | Stone-mill | Stone-mill | Bead-mill | Bead-mill |
| Harvest | First-flush | First-flush | First-flush | Blend first & second harvest |
First-flush | Second harvest |
| Cultivar | Okumidori | Okumidori Asanoka Saemidori |
Gokou | Yabukita | Saemidori Asanoka Yabukita |
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| Origin | Uji, Kyoto | Kagoshima | Shizuoka | Uji, Kyoto | Shizuoka | Uji |
| Organic | JAS Certified | JAS Certified | JAS Certified | JAS Certified | Pesticide free management |
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| Taste & Style |
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| Suggested Usage |
EISAI | NISHI | GOKOU | KOZAN-JI | KIYOMIDORI | WASANBON |
| Pure tea water only |
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Discover the differences between our three ceremonial matcha teas
Discover the key differences between our EISAI, NISHI and GOKOU ceremonial matcha teas.
Stone Mill
Stone mill matcha that retains the highest nutrients and makes incredible creamy and frothy matcha
First Flush
First harvest matcha that is vibrant in colour with the highest amounts of l-theanine and the best taste
Organic Certified
Organic matcha that is free from pesticides and chemical fertilisers making them very safe to enjoy sip after sip and bowl after bowl!