--- title: "Jade Leaf Organic Ceremonial Barista Matcha" description: "Jade Leaf Organic Ceremonial Barista Matcha blends first-harvest Japanese cultivars for matcha teas and lattes, with USDA Organic status." image: "https://best-matcha.com/wp-content/uploads/organic-ceremonial-matcha-barista-edition-front-container-powder.webp" --- # Jade Leaf Organic Ceremonial Barista Matcha > Jade Leaf Organic Ceremonial Barista Matcha blends first-harvest Japanese cultivars for matcha teas and lattes, with USDA Organic status. Source: https://best-matcha.com/shop/jade-leaf/jade-leaf-organic-ceremonial-barista-matcha Created: 2026-08-13T09:56:47+00:00 Modified: 2026-08-13T09:56:47+00:00 Author: Emilie Schol - Jade Leaf Organic Ceremonial Barista Matcha | Best Matcha NEW – The Best Matcha Discovery Box. 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[View at store](https://www.jadeleafmatcha.com/products/organic-barista-edition-ceremonial-matcha) [View at store](https://www.jadeleafmatcha.com/products/organic-barista-edition-ceremonial-matcha) - Subtotal : : : : : ## Who is Jade Leaf Matcha? ★★★★★ ★★★★★ **3.0** (4 reviews) **Jade Leaf Matcha** is a Japanese matcha brand sourcing organic tea from **Uji, Kyoto** and **Kagoshima**. Its ceremonial grade uses first-harvest leaves for smooth, lightly nutty, floral matcha, while culinary grade uses second-harvest leaves for bolder earthy umami. Matcha includes *Okumidori*, Samidori, [Yabukita](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/yabukita), and Kanayamidori cultivars, selected for distinct sweetness, umami, aroma, and texture. Brand draws on Kizuna Tea Collective family farms, supplying Japan since 1858, and uses independent lab testing for **heavy metals, pesticides, and radiation**. [View brand profile](https://best-matcha.com/shop/jade-leaf) [Open official website](https://www.jadeleafmatcha.com/) ## First-harvest organic ceremonial matcha blended for teas and lattes Jade Leaf Organic Ceremonial Barista Matcha is a USDA Organic Japanese matcha made from a blend of first-harvest tea leaves. The Barista Edition is intended for matcha teas and lattes, with four currently available formats ranging from a 30g tin to a 1lb bulk option. ### What is in the first-harvest cultivar blend? This ceremonial matcha combines three named tea cultivars: Okumidori, Komakage, and Yabukita. The leaves come from the first harvest and are presented as a farm-direct Japanese matcha. The blend contains naturally occurring caffeine and L-theanine, as well as antioxidants. The product carries **USDA Organic** status. Its listed dietary attributes are vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. These specifications make the composition and production claims easier to compare with other matcha products, without relying on broad quality labels alone. ### Is the Barista Edition intended for lattes? Yes. This edition is intended for both matcha teas and lattes. Its Barista Edition name distinguishes it within the Jade Leaf range, while the ceremonial designation and first-harvest blend identify the grade and harvest information supplied for this product. No product-specific tasting notes or preparation ratios are provided, so the supported distinctions are its intended uses, harvest, [cultivar](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/cultivar) blend, Japanese provenance, organic status, and dietary attributes. ### Which sizes and serving ranges are available? Four variants are currently available. The serving figures below retain the stated ranges for each format rather than converting them into fixed yields: - **30g tin:** 15–30 servings - **50g pouch:** 30–50 servings - **100g tin:** 50–100 servings - **1lb bulk:** 454 servings The tin, pouch, and bulk choices allow buyers to select among the listed quantities and serving ranges. The smaller three formats use serving ranges, while the bulk format is listed at 454 servings. ### What distinguishes this organic ceremonial matcha? The main product-specific points are the first-harvest blend, three named Japanese cultivars, USDA Organic status, and stated suitability for matcha teas and lattes. It is also identified as farm-direct and carries vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free labels. Buyers can choose from two tins, one pouch, and one bulk format, with all four variants currently available. Grade ### [Ceremonial](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/ceremonial-grade-matcha) Jade Leaf Matcha 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. Cultivar ### Komakage Komakage is an unregistered [Kyoto](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/kyoto) cultivar bred in 1954 from Uji seedlings, valued for small dark-green leaves and rich flavor. Season ### [Harvested during Ichibancha](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/ichibancha) [Ichibancha](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/ichibancha) is the late-April-to-May first harvest, producing vibrant green matcha with sweet, delicate flavor and characteristic umami. Origin ### [Matcha from Japan](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/japan) This matcha comes from Japan.Japan is the birthplace of matcha, with shaded tencha cultivation centered in Kyoto, Kagoshima, Shizuoka, [Aichi](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/aichi), Fukuoka, Mie, Nara, and Saitama. ## Frequently asked questions First-harvest organic ceremonial matcha blended for teas and lattes Here are some frequently asked questions and answers. ### Is Jade Leaf Ceremonial Barista Matcha organic? Yes. Jade Leaf Ceremonial Barista Matcha carries USDA Organic status. ### Where is this matcha from? This is Japanese matcha and is identified as farm-direct. ### Which tea cultivars are used in the blend? The blend contains Okumidori, Komakage, and Yabukita tea cultivars. ### Is this matcha made from first-harvest leaves? Yes. The Barista Edition is made from a blend of first-harvest tea leaves. ### Can this ceremonial matcha be used for lattes? Yes. It is intended for both matcha teas and lattes. ### Does it contain caffeine or L-theanine? Yes. It contains naturally occurring caffeine and L-theanine, along with antioxidants. ### What sizes and serving ranges are available? Available options are a 30g tin with 15–30 servings, a 50g pouch with 30–50 servings, a 100g tin with 50–100 servings, and a 1lb bulk format with 454 servings. ### Is this matcha vegan and free from gluten and dairy? Yes. It is listed as vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. ## Jade Leaf Matcha: US Arm of a Kyoto Farm Collective Jade Leaf Matcha sources organic tea from Uji and [Kagoshima](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/kagoshima), offering smooth first-harvest ceremonial matcha and bold culinary matcha. ### [Jade Leaf Organic Culinary Matcha](https://best-matcha.com/shop/jade-leaf/jade-leaf-organic-culinary-matcha) Jade Leaf Organic Culinary Matcha is USDA Organic Japanese matcha for smoothies, baked goods, and ice cream, with rich flavor and green color. ### [Jade Leaf Matcha Bamboo Whisk and Scoop Set](https://best-matcha.com/shop/jade-leaf/jade-leaf-matcha-bamboo-whisk-and-scoop-set) Jade Leaf Matcha bamboo whisk and scoop set includes a chasen and chashaku for daily preparation, with replacement advised every 3 to 6 months. ### [Jade Leaf Sugar-Free Matcha Latte Mix](https://best-matcha.com/shop/jade-leaf/jade-leaf-sugar-free-matcha-latte-mix) Jade Leaf Sugar-Free Matcha Latte Mix uses Japanese matcha in a vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free café-style blend for easy home lattes. ### [Jade Leaf Matcha Ceremonial Preparation Starter Set](https://best-matcha.com/shop/jade-leaf/jade-leaf-matcha-ceremonial-preparation-starter-set) Jade Leaf Matcha ceremonial preparation starter set includes bamboo tools, a stainless steel sifter, and a full-color handbook for beginners. 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