Silver OMGTea Grade AA Organic Matcha tin with a pale green label and Great Taste 2021 badge
Silver OMGTea Grade AA Organic Matcha tin with a pale green label and Great Taste 2021 badge
OMGTea Grade AA Organic Matcha tin in front of a mound of green matcha powder
Silver OMGTea Grade AA Organic Matcha tin on beige fabric beside dried flowers
Layered iced matcha latte beside an OMGTea Grade AA Organic Matcha tin, bamboo whisk, and spoonful of green powder
OMGTea
Japan

OMGTea AA Grade Organic Matcha

OMGTea AA Grade Organic Matcha combines first- and second-harvest leaves, stone-milled for a smooth taste suited to lattes, smoothies, or tea.
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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 Organic Matcha is a high-grade powdered tea made from a combination of first- and second-harvest leaves. Its mild, smooth character is intended for matcha lattes and smoothies, though it can also be prepared as tea. The matcha has received a 1-Star Great Taste Award.

What does OMGTea AA Grade Matcha taste like?

This matcha has a mild, smooth taste followed by a delicate aftertaste. It is bright green and has a rich fragrance. These qualities suit milk-based drinks such as lattes and smoothies, while the powder can also be whisked with water and consumed as matcha tea.

How is this organic matcha made?

The powder contains 100% organic matcha. Leaves from the first and second harvest are combined before grinding in a traditional granite stone mill. Grinding 30g takes more than one hour. The finished product is vegan friendly and gluten free.

How do you prepare it as tea or a latte?

For tea, place half a heaped teaspoon of matcha in a tea strainer over a mug or bowl to remove lumps. Add a few drops of water heated to 80°C and mix the powder into a paste. Add more 80°C water, then 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 water to make a paste, then add warm milk of choice. Oat milk is one stated option.

What is included in the available format?

The current 30g tin is available and is listed as providing 30 servings. Product information per 1g serving includes:

  • 3 kcal and 12.63kJ of energy
  • 32.7mg of caffeine
  • 6.41mg of L-theanine
  • 70mg of EGCG

Refrigerate the matcha after opening. Delivery is currently limited to the UK because international shipping is paused.

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.

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. It is made with 100% organic matcha.

Which harvests are used for this matcha?

It combines leaves from the first and second harvest.

What does OMGTea AA Grade Matcha taste like?

It has a mild, smooth taste with a delicate aftertaste. The powder is bright green and has a rich fragrance.

Can this matcha be used for lattes and smoothies?

Yes. It is intended for matcha lattes and smoothies and can also be prepared as tea.

How do you prepare OMGTea AA Grade Matcha as tea?

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

How do you prepare this matcha as a latte?

Sift half a heaped teaspoon over a mug or bowl and mix it with a few drops of 80°C water. Once a paste forms, add warm milk of choice, such as oat milk.

How many servings are in the 30g tin and how should it be stored?

The 30g tin provides 30 servings. Refrigerate the matcha after opening.

Is OMGTea AA Grade Matcha currently available outside the UK?

No. The 30g variant is currently available for UK delivery, while international shipping is paused.