Imperial Matcha Ceremony Grade 1

Imperial Matcha Ceremony Grade 1 – Nishio Ceremonial Matcha at Strong Value

Imperial Matcha Ceremony Grade 1 is one of the top pure matcha grades in the Tealyra range. It is produced in Nishio, in Aichi prefecture, Japan, a region where matcha has been cultivated for centuries. Nishio matcha has an international reputation as a connoisseur's tea, and this ceremonial grade is a favorite with Japanese tea ceremony instructors, who value its intense aroma and its taste that is rich yet delicate.

This is a matcha suited to drinking straight, offering outstanding quality at a reasonable price point. It has recently been upgraded and is now even smoother and less bitter, while remaining at the same excellent value. When whisked it shows a brilliant, vivid green color and a silky, smooth, creamy texture. The aroma is intense, fresh and inviting, and the flavor combines natural sweetness with umami, finishing clean, mellow and lingering. Purists look for exactly this balance of depth and smoothness without harsh bitterness. As a whole-leaf green tea, matcha naturally provides antioxidants and a calm, focused energy that is gentler than coffee. It can be prepared traditionally with a bamboo whisk and bowl as usucha, or used as the centerpiece of a premium matcha latte.

Product Profile

• Type: ceremonial grade matcha (powdered Japanese green tea)
• Origin: Nishio, Aichi prefecture, Japan
• Color: brilliant, vivid green
• Aroma: intense, fresh and inviting
• Flavor: rich yet delicate, with natural sweetness and umami
• Texture and finish: silky, smooth and creamy when whisked; clean, mellow and lingering
• Caffeine: contains caffeine (green tea)

Key Selling Points

• Sourced from Nishio, a matcha region with centuries of history
• A favorite among Japanese tea ceremony instructors
• Recently upgraded: smoother and less bitter at the same price
• Ceremonial quality at a reasonable cost, supporting healthy margins
• Works for straight matcha service and premium matcha lattes

For cafes and tea retailers who want a dependable ceremonial matcha, Imperial Matcha Ceremony Grade 1 combines authentic origin with excellent everyday value.