Bird & Blend Pure Ceremonial Grade Matcha is a traditional ground Japanese green tea powder with a vegetal taste. Sourced from Japan, it contains caffeine and is intended for uses ranging from traditional tea ceremonies to iced matcha lattes.
What distinguishes this ceremonial grade matcha?
The matcha is shaded for two weeks before harvest and ground into a fine green tea powder. It is 100% ceremonial grade, suitable for vegans and sugar-free. These product details apply across both the tin and refill pouch formats.
- Grade: 100% ceremonial grade matcha
- Source: Japan
- Taste: Vegetal
- Dietary details: Suitable for vegans and sugar-free
- Caffeine: Contains caffeine
This matcha received a one-star Great Taste Award in 2025. It is also used as the base for Bird & Blend’s flavoured matchas, making the pure version the reference point for that wider range.
How can Bird & Blend Pure Matcha be used?
The stated uses cover both traditional and contemporary matcha drinks. It can be prepared for a traditional tea ceremony or served as an iced matcha latte. Bird & Blend also features it in Brew, Bake, Sip & Savour: Bird & Blend Tea Recipe Book. Recipe examples associated with the product include matcha cookies, protein balls and matcha salad dressing.
Its vegetal taste is the only explicit flavor note provided, so it is the most useful guide for buyers comparing it with flavoured matcha blends. The product contains caffeine, which should also be considered when choosing when and how to serve it.
Which package formats are available?
Two formats are currently available: a 30g tin and a 100g refill pouch. The tin is the smaller option, while the refill pouch contains more matcha. A subscription option is also offered for this product.
What type of matcha buyer does it suit?
This product covers buyers seeking Japanese ceremonial grade matcha for tea ceremonies, iced matcha lattes or recipes. Its vegan suitability and sugar-free formulation are explicit product attributes, while the vegetal taste provides a clear flavor reference before purchase.