Matcha Powder

Matcha: A Timeless Japanese Tradition
Matcha, a revered drink in Japanese culture, boasts a rich history spanning over a thousand years. This Ceremonial Matcha, ideal for daily use, embodies that tradition with its exceptional quality.

Premium Ceremonial Matcha from Cymbiotika
Sourced from small, multi-generational family farms in Uji and Kagoshima, Japan, this matcha reflects the finest craftsmanship. Kagoshima’s nutrient-rich volcanic soils impart a unique, nuanced flavor, resulting in a soft, balanced, and delicately sweet taste with a pleasant green aftertaste. Historically enjoyed by Japanese nobility, Zen masters, and monks, matcha has been a cornerstone of meditation practices since the 12th century.

What Makes Matcha Special?
Matcha is a finely ground green tea powder made from whole tea leaves rather than extracted liquid. Renowned for its richness, it contains a wealth of nutrients, including antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Matcha’s extraordinary properties stem from its unique cultivation process. Before harvest, the tea plants are shaded for a month, enhancing chlorophyll production and increasing the unique amino acid L-theanine, as well as antioxidant levels—up to 15 times higher than wild blueberries. Cymbiotika’s Matcha is 100% stone-ground, crafted with patience and precision to ensure an exceptional experience.

The Origins of Matcha
In the late 12th century, Zen master Eisai Dogen introduced powdered tea-making techniques from China to Japan. Initially, tea was prepared by boiling coarse powder in water. Over time, Zen monks refined the process, growing ‘Sencha’ tea plants under shade to enhance therapeutic and spiritual benefits. This evolved into ‘Tencha,’ the shade-grown tea leaves that form the foundation of matcha. By the 14th century, stone mills enabled finely ground powder, and whipping tea with hot water became a ritual. Thus, modern matcha was born, retaining its central role in Japanese culture.