Everyday Matcha Green Tea Powder - First Harvest
Everyday Matcha Green Tea Powder - First Harvest
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This is the Matcha you’ll actually want to drink every day.
Smooth, balanced and naturally energising — perfect for lattes, and clean enough to enjoy on its own. No sugar, no additives, no fuss.
Freshly milled in Japan and cold-stored for peak flavour and colour.
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“This is the best Matcha I have ever tasted. I have an iced oat milk matcha latte nearly every day and always feel so great after drinking it.” — Shalee
Why you’ll love it:
- Vibrant green with gentle umami and minimal bitterness
- 2025 first-harvest matcha, picked in May in Japan
- Beautiful in milk (hot or iced) or prepared traditionally with water
- Freshly milled and air-freighted to protect freshness and integrity
- Cold-stored to preserve flavour
Who's It For:
- Daily Matcha drinkers
- Matcha latte lovers (iced or hot)
- Anyone wanting calm, steady energy without bitterness
If you’re looking for deeper umami and a Matcha to drink traditionally as Usucha (thin tea) or Koicha (thick tea), explore our Premium Matcha instead.
Origin & Process:
Harvest: First flush (May 2025)
Picking method: Machine-harvested
Milling: Bead-milled in Japan
Storage: Refrigerated upon arrival
Size Recommendations:
- 30g : Ideal for first-time drinkers or trying Matcha Yu for the first time
- 70g : Best value for regular matcha drinkers. Most popular size.
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Sugar Free
Shipping Rates
Shipping Rates
FREE SHIPPING FOR ALL ORDERS OVER $120 AUSTRALIA WIDE
Flat Rate Post (Australia Post) : $9.95 AUD
Express Post (Australia Post):
Under 500g - $14.95 AUD
Over 500g - $19.95 AUD
Please check here for international shipping rates.
Everyday vs Premium Matcha
Everyday vs Premium Matcha
| Feature | Everyday Matcha | Premium Matcha |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Daily lattes, iced matcha & versatile use | Traditional preparation (usucha) & slow rituals |
| Taste Profile | Smooth, balanced, gentle umami | Deeper umami, fuller body & refined finish |
| Cultivar | Tsuyuhikari (30g bags) / Okumidori (70g bags) | Single cultivar (Okumidori) |
| Harvest | 2025 First Harvest (May) | 2025 First Harvest (May) |
| Organic | Conventional | Certified Organic |
| Milling | Bead-milled in Japan | Stone-milled (Ishi Usu) in Japan |
| Body | Light to medium | Medium to full |
| With Milk | Excellent | Best enjoyed straight (can pair lightly) |
| Positioning | Smooth, everyday ritual | Elevated ceremonial experience |
How to Make A Matcha Latte
How to Make A Matcha Latte
Making a cup of Matcha has never been easier, especially when using our convenient Matcha Shaker.
- Push 1 teaspoon (approx. 2 grams) of Matcha Powder through a sieve into your cup. NOTE: if you want a stronger flavour we recommending adding up to 2 Teaspoons of Matcha
- Pour in around 30ml of hot water (no hotter than 80 degrees), just enough to cover the Matcha Powder.
- Blend the Matcha and Water by mixing with a Bamboo whisk / Matcha Shaker or Electric Whisk to blend to get a better result)
- Add 100ml milk to the dissolved Matcha & Water Mix
- Add 1 teaspoon of sweetener (we recommend Maple Syrup) to taste (optional)
- Larger serve? Just double the quantity of Matcha to 4 grams (2 metric teaspoons) and 200ml milk. Keep the water at 30ml so it doesn’t dilute.
Watch How To Use the Matcha Shaker Here (Turn On Captions)
Ready to get started? Make Matcha easy by grabbing one of our Matcha Tea Sets.
Health Benefits
Health Benefits
More than just a beautiful drink — matcha is a daily ritual that works for your mind, body, and skin.
Matcha provides
01 — ENERGY
Natural, Sustained Energy
Matcha contains caffeine — but only a third of what's in coffee. The key difference is how it's released. Matcha delivers a slow, steady stream of caffeine into your bloodstream, sustaining you for hours without the sharp spike and crash that coffee causes. No jitters. No cravings. Just clean, lasting energy.
02 — CALM
Calming & Reduces Anxiety
Matcha contains L-theanine, a remarkable amino acid that positively affects alpha brain waves — promoting a state of relaxed alertness and reducing feelings of stress or anxiety. It also increases dopamine and serotonin levels, naturally lifting your mood and helping you feel genuinely good.
03 — FOCUS
Improved Focus & Concentration
The synergy between caffeine and L-theanine in matcha is well-studied — together they improve memory retention, reaction time, and sustained attention. Matcha helps you get into a flow state and stay there, making it the ideal companion for deep work, study, or creative thinking.
04 — DETOX & ANTI-AGEING
Detoxifying & Anti-Ageing
Before harvest, matcha plants are shade-grown to boost chlorophyll — a natural detoxifier that supports liver function and helps flush toxins, heavy metals, and persistent chemicals from the body. Matcha also contains catechins that fight UV damage and pollution, plus vitamins A, C, K and B complex that support skin cell renewal for smoother, more supple skin.
05 — IMMUNITY
Helps Boost Immunity
Matcha is one of the highest natural sources of antioxidants — surpassing blueberries, chia seeds, and other well-known superfoods. It's also the richest natural source of EGCG (Epigallocatechin gallate), a plant catechin that helps your body produce T-cells to fight pathogens and viruses. Read more about matcha and immunity →
06 — METABOLISM
Boosts Metabolism & Aids Weight Loss
EGCG works in tandem with matcha's natural caffeine to stimulate thermogenesis — your body's calorie-burning process. Matcha also helps your body use stored fat as an energy source during exercise, making it a smart addition to any active lifestyle.
Ready to start your matcha ritual?
Experience the Benefits for Yourself
Browse our premium and everyday matcha — ethically sourced, mindfully packaged, and ready to transform your daily routine.
SHOP MATCHA
Storage Suggestion
Storage Suggestion
To guarantee optimal freshness, our Tea is transported by air from Japan and kept refrigerated until it is shipped to you.
Once you receive your tea, we recommend storing Matcha in the fridge either in the resealable pouch it comes in or an air tight & light proof storage jars.
Zero Waste Packaging
Zero Waste Packaging
Packaging:
- 30g pouches: Currently recyclable packaging
- 70g pouches: Home-compostable packaging
HOME COMPOSTABLE PACKAGING:
- Being as eco-friendly as possible is so important to us which is why all of our tea comes in 100% Plastic Free Home Compostable Packaging.
- The triple barrier packaging of our tea pouches are ideal for storing Matcha as it locks in freshness and protects it from exposure to air, heat and light that can make Matcha appear dull and bitter.
- Econic® packaging is made from three compostable films derived from sustainably-produced wood pulp and GM-free corn sources.
- Each film has been certified to the European and American commercial compostability standards (EN 13432 and ASTM4600) and either the European or Australian home compostable standards: OK Compost Home or AS5810.
- You can put your used Econic® bags in your own home compost or worm farm, containing heat, water, oxygen, soil and micro-organisms.
- Compost trials have shown that Econic® bags can break down into small fragments in as little as 16 weeks.
- Tip - cutting the bag down into smaller pieces before putting in your compost allows it to break down quicker. Our labels are also 100% home compostable so you do not need to remove them prior to composting.
Learn more in our Interview with Owen Embling, owner of Econic Pack where we source our bags.
How long does it take to produce a home compostable bag?
If a product's packaging says compostable, is it really home compostable?
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Matcha Yu Tea cares deeply about plastic pollution and along with our own efforts to reduce waste via our packaging, we choose to be a business supporter of the Australian Marine Conservation Society We support the incredible work they do to protect the ocean, in particular reducing the amount of single use plastic waste that enters it.
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2025 Golden Leaf Awards - Silver
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2024 World Taste Awards - Gold
OUR TASTE GUARANTEE
We are confident you’ll love our Tea. If you’re new to Matcha Yu Tea and don’t enjoy the taste of your tea, we offer a 30-day Taste Guarantee on your first purchase. Learn More Here
🍵 Getting Started with Matcha
Why try our Matcha?
Since 2018, we’ve sourced exceptional Japanese Matcha directly from trusted tea producers in Japan.
Our Matcha is crafted from 2025 first-harvest leaves grown in Kagoshima, freshly milled to order, and carefully cold-stored to preserve its vibrant colour, delicate aroma, and depth of flavour.
We refrigerate all Matcha to slow oxidation and protect its integrity from farm to cup.
Proudly recognised with industry awards and trusted by thousands of customers across Australia, we remain committed to delivering a true Taste of Japan in a Cup.
We are so confident you will enjoy our tea so we also offer a 30 day taste guarantee.
Why does First Harvest Matcha matter?
First harvest means the tea leaves are picked during the very first flush of spring, when the youngest leaves are at their most tender, vibrant and nutrient-rich.
This early harvest is prized for producing matcha with a fresher colour, smoother flavour, natural sweetness and deeper umami.
Do you sell Ceremonial Grade Matcha?
Many people have become familiar with the phrase "ceremonial grade" and equate it to meaning high quality matcha. The truth is there is no such thing as ceremonial grade, it was a marketing term developed in the west to denote high quality. Japan has no official grading system or regulation so anyone can put it on their packaging, regardless of the quality.
What Matcha should I choose?
If you’re new to matcha, we recommend starting with our Everyday Matcha. It’s smooth, well-balanced, and easy to prepare, with a fresh flavour and gentle umami. It tastes beautiful whisked traditionally with water, or made into your favourite matcha latte.
If you prefer a deeper, more refined flavour with richer umami notes, our Premium Matcha is best enjoyed simply with water.
For lattes: Everyday Matcha
For traditional drinking: Premium Matcha
Does your Matcha contain sugar?
No. Our matcha is 100% pure Japanese green tea powder, with no added sugar, sweeteners, fillers, or additives.
What if I don’t like the taste?
We are confident you’ll love our Tea. If you’re new to Matcha Yu Tea and don’t enjoy the taste of your tea, we offer a 30-day Taste Guarantee on your first purchase.
How it works:
- Applies to first-time customers only
- Applies to one opened bag per order on first-time purchases
- Contact us within 30 days of delivery at hello@matchayutea.com
- One refund per customer
- No need to return opened matcha — we’d rather learn how we can help
What’s not covered:
- Orders where tea has been prepared with boiling water (we recommend 70-80 degrees Celsius)
- Orders stored incorrectly (not adequately sealed / refrigerated)
- Multiple opened products in the same order
- Change-of-mind or “no longer needed” returns
What are the health benefits of drinking Matcha?
More than just a beautiful drink — matcha is a daily ritual that works for your mind, body, and skin.
Matcha provides
01 — ENERGY
Natural, Sustained Energy
Matcha contains caffeine — but only a third of what's in coffee. The key difference is how it's released. Matcha delivers a slow, steady stream of caffeine into your bloodstream, sustaining you for hours without the sharp spike and crash that coffee causes. No jitters. No cravings. Just clean, lasting energy.
02 — CALM
Calming & Reduces Anxiety
Matcha contains L-theanine, a remarkable amino acid that positively affects alpha brain waves — promoting a state of relaxed alertness and reducing feelings of stress or anxiety. It also increases dopamine and serotonin levels, naturally lifting your mood and helping you feel genuinely good.
03 — FOCUS
Improved Focus & Concentration
The synergy between caffeine and L-theanine in matcha is well-studied — together they improve memory retention, reaction time, and sustained attention. Matcha helps you get into a flow state and stay there, making it the ideal companion for deep work, study, or creative thinking.
04 — DETOX & ANTI-AGEING
Detoxifying & Anti-Ageing
Before harvest, matcha plants are shade-grown to boost chlorophyll — a natural detoxifier that supports liver function and helps flush toxins, heavy metals, and persistent chemicals from the body. Matcha also contains catechins that fight UV damage and pollution, plus vitamins A, C, K and B complex that support skin cell renewal for smoother, more supple skin.
05 — IMMUNITY
Helps Boost Immunity
Matcha is one of the highest natural sources of antioxidants — surpassing blueberries, chia seeds, and other well-known superfoods. It's also the richest natural source of EGCG (Epigallocatechin gallate), a plant catechin that helps your body produce T-cells to fight pathogens and viruses. Read more about matcha and immunity →
06 — METABOLISM
Boosts Metabolism & Aids Weight Loss
EGCG works in tandem with matcha's natural caffeine to stimulate thermogenesis — your body's calorie-burning process. Matcha also helps your body use stored fat as an energy source during exercise, making it a smart addition to any active lifestyle.
Ready to start your matcha ritual?
Experience the Benefits for Yourself
Browse our premium and everyday matcha — ethically sourced, mindfully packaged, and ready to transform your daily routine.
SHOP MATCHA
What Matcha do I use for Usucha (thin tea) / Koicha (thick tea)?
For the smoothest, most umami-rich experience, we recommend our Premium Matcha for both usucha and koicha.
Premium Matcha is best enjoyed with water, where its deeper flavour, natural sweetness, and rich umami can really shine.
How do I make a Matcha latte?
Making a cup of Matcha has never been easier, especially when using our convenient Matcha Shaker.
- Push 1 teaspoon (approx. 2 grams) of Matcha Powder through a sieve into your cup. NOTE: if you want a stronger flavour we recommending adding up to 2 Teaspoons of Matcha
- Pour in around 30ml of hot water (no hotter than 80 degrees), just enough to cover the Matcha Powder.
- Blend the Matcha and Water by mixing with a Bamboo whisk / Matcha Shaker or Electric Whisk to blend to get a better result)
- Add 100ml milk to the dissolved Matcha & Water Mix
- Add 1 teaspoon of sweetener (we recommend Maple Syrup) to taste (optional)
- Larger serve? Just double the quantity of Matcha to 4 grams (2 metric teaspoons) and 200ml milk. Keep the water at 30ml so it doesn’t dilute.
Watch How To Use the Matcha Shaker Here (Turn On Captions)
Ready to get started? Make Matcha easy by grabbing one of our Matcha Tea Sets.
Why do we cold store our Matcha?
Matcha is delicate. Because it’s a finely ground green tea powder, it’s more exposed to heat, light, air and moisture than whole-leaf tea.
We cold-store our matcha to help protect its vibrant colour, fresh aroma and smooth umami flavour — so it reaches you as fresh as possible.
How should I store my Matcha?
We recommend storing Matcha in the fridge in a well sealed, air tight container to preserve freshness and reduce oxidation. Either in the pouch you receive the tea in or transfer it to a Storage Jar.
Do you have any intro offers?
Yes use code FIRSTSIP at checkout for $10 off your first purchase
We are proud to be a business supporter of the Australian Marine Conservation Society and the incredible work they do to protect the ocean, in particular reducing the amount of single use plastic waste that enters it.