Matcha AAAAA

1.Product Characteristics

5A Grade matcha is produced in Zhejiang, a core matcha-producing region in China, using spring-harvested, shade-grown tea leaves as raw material.

The powder is deep emerald with a natural sheen and full, rich colour. It is mist-like in fineness with excellent flowability – it disperses at the lightest touch. Aroma is layered with seaweed, delicate floral, and sweet chestnut notes lasting and refined. The taste is full and rich with high freshness, a lingering sweet aftertaste, and fine, gentle astringency offering a rich drinking experience. This grade is designed for direct brewing and tasting, where its layered aroma and full-bodied flavour can be fully appreciated.

2. Specifications

​​​​​​​3.Uses

5A Grade matcha is positioned for premium tasting and high-end applications, with uses focused on direct brewing and specialty products.

Direct brewing (usucha or koicha): Suitable for direct brewing and tasting, where the layered aroma and full-bodied flavour can be fully experienced. Ideal for those who appreciate the nuanced differences between ceremonial grades.

Premium baking tastings: Used in premium baking where matcha is the star ingredient, such as matcha financiers, matcha pound cakes, and matcha-flavoured artisanal chocolates.

Artisanal chocolate: Suitable for matcha-flavoured artisanal chocolate, where the deep emerald colour and complex aroma add value to the final product.

Specialty tasting menus: Suitable for boutique tea shops and premium cafes offering tasting menus or limited-edition matcha beverages.

4.Usage Scenarios

5A Grade matcha is suitable for commercial scenarios where aroma complexity and drinking experience are the primary focus.

Boutique tea shops: Suitable for hand-brewed matcha specialty menus, where the layered aroma and full-bodied flavour can be showcased to discerning customers.

Premium bakeries: Used for flagship products such as artisanal chocolate and premium cakes, where the deep emerald colour and complex aroma add value.

Professional matcha tasting events: Suitable for professional tasting events, where the nuanced differences between ceremonial grades are evaluated and appreciated.

Limited-edition and seasonal menus: Suitable for limited-edition or seasonal matcha offerings, where the premium grade can justify a higher price point.

5.Material (Origin & Raw Material)

Produced in Zhejiang, a core matcha-producing region in China. Zhejiang is home to the main drafters of China's national matcha standard, with a well-established matcha industry chain.

5A Grade matcha uses shade-grown spring tea leaves as raw material. Shade nets are used for approximately 20 days before harvesting, with a shading rate of over 98%, to promote chlorophyll and amino acid accumulation while reducing bitter components.

6.Production Process

Tencha processing: The fresh leaves undergo steam sterilization, cooling and spreading, roasting and drying, and stem and vein removal. Steam sterilization is a critical step, using high-temperature steam to instantly penetrate the fresh leaves, inactivating oxidative enzymes and locking in chlorophyll and aroma.

Superfine grinding: After air separation and impurity removal, the tencha is superfine-ground at low temperatures throughout the process to prevent heat from damaging colour and aroma. 5A Grade is ground to a mist-like fineness with excellent flowability. Each grade has clear standards for colour, aroma, and taste, ensuring progressive quality improvement.

7.Quality Control

Raw material sourcing: Selection of shade-grown spring tea leaves; tenderness requirements increase progressively by grade.

Colour control: Deep emerald with a natural sheen, meeting the 5A colour standard.

Fineness control: Mist-like fineness with excellent flowability.

Aroma control: Seaweed, delicate floral, and sweet chestnut notes, layered and refined.

Final inspection: Colour, aroma, fineness, clumping, impurities, and other indicators checked.​​​​​​​

8. Packaging & Shipping

Packaging: Standard export packaging uses food-grade composite bags or cartons with food-grade moisture-proof liners to ensure protection against moisture, light, and oxidation during transit. Custom packaging is available upon request, including small household packs (e.g., 30g/tin, 50g/bag), retail packs, industrial bulk packaging, and premium gift boxes.

Shipping: Sea freight, air freight, and rail transport are all available, with delivery to major domestic ports and overseas destinations. Shipments are made directly from the place of origin, with full traceability throughout the logistics chain to ensure safe and on-time delivery. Matcha requires protection from moisture, light, and high temperatures – light-proof and moisture-proof packaging is recommended for transport.

9. Delivery & Samples

Sample Service: Free samples (approximately 50–100g) are available and can be sent to your designated address. You are welcome to conduct your own inspections before placing an order. Samples are randomly selected from actual stock to ensure they match the batch shipment.

Lead Time: Orders are normally dispatched within 5–7 working days after confirmation. Large orders can be scheduled by negotiation. LCL consolidation is supported to accommodate mixed orders and flexible purchasing needs.

MOQ: Flexible order quantities – both small trial orders and bulk custom orders are welcome, negotiable based on actual requirements.

10. After-Sales Service

End-to-end follow-up: A dedicated representative will track your order from placement to delivery, providing real-time updates on shipping status.

Quality guarantee: If any quality issues are confirmed upon verification (such as abnormal colour, inconsistent aroma, or non-compliant fineness), returns or replacements will be negotiated.

Quick response: Responses to any feedback or issues are provided within 24 hours.

Long-term partnership: Stable quality and sufficient supply throughout the year, with consistent availability in both peak and off-peak seasons.

11. Certifications & Compliance

Qualified for export commodity inspection, with full support for customs declaration and clearance

Products sourced from core matcha-producing regions as Zhejiang, with raw materials traceable to specific plantations

Certificates of Origin, quality inspection reports, health certificates, and other documents available upon request

12.Exhibitions

13. FAQ

Q1: What is the difference between matcha and regular green tea powder?

A: Matcha and green tea powder are fundamentally different. Matcha is made from shade-grown tea leaves that are steam-sterilised, dried into tencha, and then ground into a fine powder. It has a vibrant green colour, a distinctive seaweed aroma, and a fresh, mellow taste without bitterness. Regular green tea powder is made by directly grinding ordinary pan-fired or roasted green tea into powder – it tends to be more yellow in colour, with a flat aroma and noticeable bitterness. Matcha is a specific category of green tea powder – not all green tea powders can be called matcha.

Q2: Where does the "seaweed aroma" of matcha come from?

A: The seaweed aroma is a characteristic feature of matcha, derived from shade cultivation. Shade nets are used to cover the tea plants for 15–20 days before harvesting, with a shading rate of over 98%, promoting the accumulation of amino acids (especially L-theanine) while reducing polyphenols and bitter components. The steam sterilization process further locks in chlorophyll and aromatic compounds, ultimately creating the vibrant green colour and seaweed aroma unique to matcha.

Q3: What is the minimum order quantity?

A: Flexible order quantities are supported – specifics can be negotiated.

Q4: Do you offer custom packaging and OEM services?

A: Yes. Packaging specifications, brand labels, and other customisations are available – feel free to discuss your requirements.

Q5: What is the shelf life of matcha?

A: 12–24 months. Matcha must be stored in a cool, dry, light-protected place. Once opened, it is recommended to keep it sealed and refrigerated.

Q6: Can I get a sample?

A: Yes, samples are provided free of charge – you only need to cover the shipping cost.

Q7: How should matcha be properly prepared?

A: It is recommended to use hot water at approximately 70–80°C, with a ratio of 1.5–2g of matcha powder to 60–80ml of water. Whisk vigorously in an "M" shape using a bamboo whisk until a fine, dense foam forms on the surface, then drink directly. For matcha lattes, first mix the matcha powder with a small amount of hot water, then pour in milk heated to 60–70°C.