--- title: "Misaki Ceremonial Grade Matcha" description: "Misaki ceremonial matcha pairs sweet umami and buttery notes with roasted caramel aromas and can be prepared as standard matcha or thick koicha." image: "https://best-matcha.com/wp-content/uploads/misaki-ceremonial-matcha-20g-front-tin.webp" --- # Misaki Ceremonial Grade Matcha > Misaki ceremonial matcha pairs sweet umami and buttery notes with roasted caramel aromas and can be prepared as standard matcha or thick koicha. Source: https://best-matcha.com/shop/matchaeologist/misaki-ceremonial-grade-matcha Created: 2026-08-12T14:07:35+00:00 Modified: 2026-08-12T14:08:04+00:00 Author: Emilie Schol - Misaki Ceremonial Grade Matcha | Best Matcha NEW – The Best Matcha Discovery Box. 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[View at store](https://www.matchaeologist.com/products/misaki-ceremonial-matcha) [View at store](https://www.matchaeologist.com/products/misaki-ceremonial-matcha) - Subtotal : : : : : ## Who is Matchaeologist? ★★★★★ ★★★★★ **4.4** (27 reviews) **Matchaeologist** is a matcha brand sourcing exclusively from **Uji, Kyoto, Japan**, offering a curated range of ceremonial and culinary grades. Its matcha is grown using the *traditional Honzu method*, a 30-day shading process with rice-straw mats before harvest. The collection includes cultivars Misaki, Matsu, and Meiko for drinking, and Midori and Mirai for culinary use, all processed from first-flush [tencha](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/tencha) ground slowly on **granite stone mills**. [View brand profile](https://best-matcha.com/shop/matchaeologist) [Open official website](https://www.matchaeologist.com/) ## Shade-grown ceremonial matcha that can also be prepared as koicha Misaki [Ceremonial Grade Matcha](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/ceremonial-grade-matcha) is a 20 g shade-grown matcha with sweet umami undertones, a buttery-sweet character and roasted aromas. It uses the topmost leaves from tea trees nurtured for more than 30 years before harvest. The matcha can be whisked to a standard consistency or prepared as thick *koicha*. ### What does Misaki ceremonial matcha taste like? The flavor profile centers on sweetness and umami. Buttery notes accompany rich, malty roasted aromas, while roasted caramel becomes apparent during brewing. The resulting bowl is described as rich and luscious, with enough concentration for koicha preparation. ### How are the leaves selected and grown? Misaki is ceremonial-grade, artisan-roasted matcha made only from the topmost leaves of shade-grown tea trees. The trees are nurtured for more than 30 years before harvest. These are the main cultivation, selection and processing details given for this matcha. - **Grade:** Ceremonial grade - **Leaf selection:** Topmost leaves only - **Cultivation:** Shade-grown tea trees - **Processing:** Artisan-roasted matcha - **Pack size:** 20 g ### How do you prepare Misaki matcha at 70°C? Place 1/2 teaspoon, approximately two bamboo scoops or 1 g, in a matcha bowl. Wet the powder with 15 ml (0.5 fl oz) of water at 70°C (160°F). Knead the mixture thoroughly with a bamboo whisk until it forms a smooth paste. Add another 70 ml (2.4 fl oz) of water and mix until the bowl has an even consistency. The drinking guidance suggests rolling the matcha around the palate to experience its full flavor profile. For a thicker serving, Misaki can also be prepared as koicha. ### How should Misaki be stored after opening? Keep the matcha in a cool, dry place away from moisture, sunlight and odors. Refrigerate it after opening. The single listed variant, Ambrosial with sweet umami undertones, is currently available. Grade ### [Ceremonial](https://best-matcha.com/glossary/ceremonial-grade-matcha) Matchaeologist 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. ## Frequently asked questions Shade-grown ceremonial matcha that can also be prepared as koicha Here are some frequently asked questions and answers. ### What does Misaki Ceremonial Grade Matcha taste like? Misaki has sweet umami undertones, a buttery-sweet character and rich, malty roasted aromas. Roasted caramel aromas become apparent during brewing. ### Is Misaki a ceremonial-grade matcha? Yes. Misaki is identified as ceremonial-grade matcha and uses only the topmost leaves from shade-grown tea trees. ### Can Misaki matcha be prepared as koicha? Yes. Misaki can be prepared as *koicha*, the thick style of matcha, as well as at the standard consistency given in its brewing directions. ### How much Misaki matcha should I use per bowl? Use about 1/2 teaspoon, approximately two bamboo scoops or 1 g, for the stated preparation method. ### What water temperature should I use for Misaki matcha? Use water at 70°C (160°F). Begin with 15 ml (0.5 fl oz) to make a smooth paste, then add another 70 ml (2.4 fl oz) and mix evenly. ### Is Misaki made from shade-grown tea leaves? Yes. Misaki uses the topmost leaves from shade-grown tea trees nurtured for more than 30 years before harvest. ### How should I store Misaki matcha? Store it in a cool, dry place away from moisture, sunlight and odors. Refrigerate the matcha after opening. ### What size is Misaki matcha and is it available? Misaki is offered as a 20 g product. 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