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Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha

Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha is traditional ground Japanese green tea powder for tea ceremonies, iced matcha lattes, and other matcha drinks. The tea is sourced from Japan and shaded for two weeks before harvest. Its stated taste note is vegetal. It contains caffeine, is suitable for vegans, and is sugar-free. What does Bird […]
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Who is Bird & Blend Tea Co.?

Bird & Blend Tea Co. is a Brighton-based tea company blending authentic Uji matcha with playful dessert-inspired flavours, offering a pure ceremonial grade and varieties like Strawberries & Cream.

Its ceremonial matcha comes from Kyoto Prefecture, where shading (tana) and traditional ishiusu stone milling yield vibrant colour and umami. The company attained B Corp certification in 2020, underscoring responsible sourcing and ethical practice.

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Japanese ceremonial matcha shaded two weeks before harvest for iced lattes

Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha is traditional ground Japanese green tea powder for tea ceremonies, iced matcha lattes, and other matcha drinks. The tea is sourced from Japan and shaded for two weeks before harvest. Its stated taste note is vegetal. It contains caffeine, is suitable for vegans, and is sugar-free.

What does Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha taste like?

Vegetal is the specific flavor note given for this matcha. It can be prepared as ceremonial tea or paired with milk and ice in an iced matcha latte. The pure powder also forms the base of Bird & Blendโ€™s flavored matchas, making it the unflavored reference point within that range.

Matcha is a traditional Japanese green tea made by grinding tea into powder. This product is labeled as 100% ceremonial grade matcha and contains caffeine. It received a one-star Great Taste Award in 2025.

How is this Japanese ceremonial matcha produced?

The matcha is sourced from Japan and shaded for two weeks before harvest. Shading is the only pre-harvest production detail specified for this product. The finished tea is supplied as a traditional ground powder rather than loose tea leaves.

  • Grade: 100% ceremonial grade matcha
  • Origin: Japan
  • Pre-harvest shading: Two weeks
  • Taste note: Vegetal
  • Dietary details: Suitable for vegans and sugar-free
  • Caffeine: Contains caffeine

Which formats and uses are available?

Choose between a 30g Tin and a 100g Refill Pouch. Both contain the same pure ceremonial grade matcha in different catalog formats. The tin offers the smaller quantity, while the refill pouch provides the larger quantity without changing the product itself.

Supported uses range from traditional tea ceremonies to iced matcha lattes. The matcha is also featured in Brew, Bake, Sip & Savour: Bird & Blend Tea Recipe Book. Exact preparation ratios and water temperatures are not specified, so the most useful distinction is the choice of format and the intended drink style. Select the tin or refill pouch according to the quantity required, and account for its caffeine content when planning when to drink it.

Grade

Ceremonial

Bird & Blend Tea Co. offers you a Ceremonial matcha powder.

Ceremonial is a commercial matcha grade made from hand-picked young tea leaves, then stone-ground for its taste and vibrant color.

Reviews

Reviews on Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha

Find below the taste profile of this product based on reviews found on Bird & Blend Tea Co.’s website.
Color Vibrancy
8 review details
  1. Super green!Maria โ€” 2025-10-03
  2. a lovely greenBethany R. โ€” 2025-06-29
  3. vibrantKelly โ€” 2025-07-07
  4. dirty green, like the lower matcha grade used for cookingCara โ€” 2024-10-12
  5. perfect green colour when mixed with water and /or milkEesha S. โ€” 2024-05-16
  6. a beautiful green colorLydia โ€” 2022-09-05
  7. Bright green colorLynn F. โ€” 2021-07-08
  8. vibrant green colourGUEST โ€” 2018-12-02
3.4(8 reviews)
Bitterness
6 review details
  1. no bitternessKelly โ€” 2025-07-07
  2. A little bitter on its ownSarah L. โ€” 2024-02-03
  3. Slightly bitterLorraine L. โ€” 2023-07-23
  4. Slightly more bitter than other ceremonial grade matcha I have triedAsha F. โ€” 2022-02-02
  5. worried it would taste bitter as it usually does, but OMG I was wrongAurora โ€” 2026-05-30
  6. itโ€™s not too bitterJade โ€” 2026-07-03
1.7(6 reviews)
Smoothness
12 review details
  1. Smooth and delicious matcha!Kasey โ€” 2026-01-09
  2. a lovely smooth tasteJes T. โ€” 2025-07-18
  3. mixes so beautifullyMakara โ€” 2025-07-03
  4. smoothPercy K. โ€” 2025-05-10
  5. smooth tasteAlena โ€” 2025-11-12
  6. blends without being grittyMelanie H. โ€” 2023-07-19
  7. Deliciously smooth cup of MatchaStewart B. โ€” 2023-03-21
  8. blends so smoothlyLydia โ€” 2022-09-05
  9. Wonderful smooth tasteNora S. โ€” 2026-04-29
  10. It tastes smoothJudit C. โ€” 2026-05-16
  11. a lovely smooth taste and mixes really easilyCaroline S. โ€” 2026-06-26
  12. easy to blendJenni O. โ€” 2026-07-02
4.0(12 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Japanese ceremonial matcha shaded two weeks before harvest for iced lattes Here are some frequently asked questions and answers.

Where is Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha sourced?

Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha is sourced from Japan. It is made from traditional ground Japanese green tea.

Is this ceremonial grade matcha?

It is labeled as 100% ceremonial grade matcha. The powder is intended for uses ranging from traditional tea ceremonies to iced matcha lattes.

What does Bird & Blend Ceremonial Grade Matcha taste like?

The stated flavor note is vegetal. No additional taste notes are specified for this pure, unflavored matcha.

Does this matcha contain caffeine?

Yes, this matcha contains caffeine. The source does not specify an amount per serving.

How can this matcha be prepared?

Use it for traditional tea ceremonies or iced matcha lattes. It also forms the base of Bird & Blendโ€™s flavored matchas.

Which sizes and formats are available?

It comes in a 30g Tin and a 100g Refill Pouch. Both formats contain the same pure ceremonial grade matcha.

Is this matcha vegan and sugar-free?

Yes, this matcha is suitable for vegans and is sugar-free. These details apply to the pure ceremonial grade matcha.

Has this matcha received a Great Taste Award?

Yes, it received a one-star Great Taste Award in 2025. The award applies to this Pure Grade Ceremonial Matcha.