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OMGTea AA Grade Matcha

OMGTea Organic AA Grade Matcha blends first- and second-harvest leaves for a mild, smooth tea suited to lattes, smoothies, or water.
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Who is OMGTea?

OMGTea is a family-run matcha brand from Japan, founded by Katherine Swift in 2014. Its organic Japanese matcha spans AA through AAA+ grades, Green Gold ceremonial matcha, and roasted Hojicha for varied brewing styles.

AAA+ uses first-harvest leaves, while Green Gold is reserved for chanoyu preparation. Matcha is shade-grown under bamboo, stripped of stems and veins, then stone-milled on ishiusu granite stones; AA Grade earned a 2020 1-Star Great Taste Award.

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Organic first and second harvest matcha for lattes smoothies and tea

OMGTea AA Grade Matcha is a mild, smooth organic powdered tea made from a blend of first- and second-harvest leaves. It is intended for lattes and smoothies but can also be whisked with water and served as tea. The 30g tin provides 30 stated servings.

What does OMGTea AA Grade Matcha taste like?

This matcha has a mild, smooth profile with a delicate aftertaste. Its powder has a bright green color and rich fragrance. These qualities make it suitable for mixing with warm milk in a latte or adding to a smoothie, while its smooth character also works for traditional tea preparation. The product has received a 1-Star Great Taste Award.

Which harvests and milling method does it use?

The powder combines leaves from the first and second harvests. It is ground with a traditional granite stone mill, with more than an hour required to produce 30 grams. The sole ingredient is organic matcha, with no other ingredients listed.

  • Ingredient: 100% organic matcha
  • Format: 30g tin with 30 stated servings
  • Dietary notes: Vegan friendly and gluten free
  • Per 1g serving: 3 kcal, 12.63 kJ, 32.7mg caffeine, 6.41mg L-theanine, and 70mg EGCG

How do you prepare this matcha as tea or a latte?

For tea, place half a heaped teaspoon in a tea strainer over a mug or bowl to remove lumps. Add a few drops of water heated to 80°C (176°F), then mix the powder into a paste. Add more water at the same temperature and whisk until the drink is frothy and smooth.

For a latte, sift half a heaped teaspoon over a mug or bowl. Mix it with a few drops of 80°C (176°F) water to form a paste, then fill the cup with warm milk of choice. Oat milk is one suitable option listed for this preparation.

How should the opened tin be stored?

Refrigerate the matcha after opening. Each 1g serving provides 32.7mg of caffeine, so serving size and total caffeine intake can be considered when preparing tea, lattes, or smoothies.

Origin

Matcha from Japan

This matcha comes from Japan.

Japan is the birthplace of matcha, with shaded tencha cultivation centered in Kyoto, Kagoshima, Shizuoka, Aichi, Fukuoka, Mie, Nara, and Saitama.

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Frequently asked questions

Organic first and second harvest matcha for lattes smoothies and tea Here are some frequently asked questions and answers.

Is OMGTea AA Grade Matcha organic?

Yes. Its sole ingredient is 100% organic matcha.

Which harvests are used for this matcha?

It combines leaves from the first and second harvests.

What does OMGTea AA Grade Matcha taste like?

It is mild and smooth, with a delicate aftertaste, bright green color, and rich fragrance.

Can this matcha be used for both lattes and tea?

It is intended for lattes and smoothies and can also be prepared as tea with water.

How do you prepare OMGTea AA Grade Matcha as tea?

Sift half a heaped teaspoon into a mug or bowl, add a few drops of 80°C (176°F) water, and mix into a paste. Add more water and whisk until frothy and smooth.

How do you make a latte with this matcha?

Sift half a heaped teaspoon into a mug or bowl, mix it with a few drops of 80°C (176°F) water to form a paste, then add warm milk of choice.

How many servings are in the tin?

The listed 30g tin provides 30 servings. Each 1g serving contains 32.7mg of caffeine.

How should OMGTea AA Grade Matcha be stored?

Refrigerate the matcha after opening.