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Garden Direct Matcha

Explore the exquisite, premium matcha powder within our exclusive seasonal Garden Direct collection. Meticulously chosen and available in limited editions, our high-end matcha epitomizes the finest attributes of origin, harvest season and terroir, ensuring an unparalleled tea experience.

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A heap of bright green Rishi Tea & Botanicals micro-lot matcha powder, scattered on a white background. Kobayashi-san's Matcha Tsuyuhikari hover image

Kobayashi-san's Matcha Tsuyuhikari

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Bittersweet | Chestnut | Cacao Nibs
$30.00
Nishi San's Matcha Asanoka by Rishi Tea & Botanicals, known for its alpine aroma, forms a vibrant green powder pile on a white background and is rich in amino acids. Nishi-san's Matcha Asanoka hover image

Nishi-san's Matcha Asanoka

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Light | Bittersweet | Spring Meadow
$32.00
A pile of Nish-san's Matcha Tsuyuhikari green tea powder on a white background Nishi-san's Matcha Tsuyuhikari hover image

Nishi-san's Matcha Tsuyuhikari

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Elegant | Complex | Floral
$38.00
A proprietary blend of Matcha Ukitsu tea, a vibrant green powder, displayed on a clean white background. Matcha Ukitsu hover image

Matcha Ukitsu

Garden Direct Green Tea Powder
Oceanic Minerals | Slight Umami | Pine
$62.00
A precious pile of Matcha Houju by Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Matcha Houju hover image Matcha Houju icon

Matcha Houju

Garden Direct Green Tea Powder
Rich Umami | Blue-Green | Energetic
$80.00
A bowl of umami-rich Matcha Hekisui by Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Matcha Hekisui hover image

Matcha Hekisui

Garden Direct Green Tea Powder
Smooth | Fresh | Vibrant
$70.00
A vibrant heap of Rishi Tea & Botanicals organic matcha powder, rich in umami, is scattered on a white surface. Nishi-san's Matcha Saemidori hover image

Nishi-san's Matcha Saemidori

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Fresh | Bright | Umami
$38.00

What is

Garden Direct?

Garden Direct is a carefully curated selection of single-origin teas sourced from the most esteemed growers. They are packaged freshly made at origin and air freighted to us immediately so we can celebrate and share these most cherished teas during the prime producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.

Sun Is Out, Tea Is In

From single-origin teas and culinary blends to crisp, sparkling sips, our summer collection is here to nourish and refresh your senses all season long.

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Reviews

What Rishi Tea Drinkers
Are Saying

"This is by far the best Earl Grey tea I have had. I drink a lot of tea and only drink Rishi Earl Grey. You will love the flavor. "

—Marshall

Earl Grey Supreme

Rich | Citrusy | Floral

"I don't believe there is a better green tea you can get in a bag. The evidence is in the bright, even, grassy green color this tea makes."

—JD

Matcha Super Green

Sweet | Smooth | Umami

"I love this tea - the richness of it is amazing, and it relaxes me with the ginger and turmeric. Such a winner :)"

—Kayla

Turmeric Ginger

Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant

"This tea is absolutely amazing! I feel immediate uplifting effects after consuming. Rishi has the best quality tea that I have found on any shelf thus far."

—Tia

Blueberry Hibiscus

Vibrant | Tart | Luscious

"This is seriously the BEST chai concentrate out there. It's incredible and has such a great spice. I'll never go back to another brand."

—Courtney

Masala Chai Concentrate

Spicy | Rich | Fragrant

"This is my first tasting of oolong tea and I'm in love! It's flavor is delicate yet robust and floral. Absolutely delicious, my new favorite tea."

—Amber

Iron Goddess of Mercy

Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth

"Delicious and satisfying. It's delicate enough to drink without doctoring but also bold enough to hold up to cream and honey. An absolute delight."

—Star

Golden Yunnan

Malty | Jammy | Mellow

Premium Matcha Powder

Our high-end matcha boasts a unique range of flavor profiles that reflect the rich, time-honored traditions of this tea. We taste and select the best cultivars and expertly craft matcha blends every year, providing a wide range of the most premium Japanese matcha selections for every matcha connoisseur. Whether you prefer the nuanced characteristics of a single cultivar or intentional complexity and craft of cultivar or vintage blends, there’s something for every matcha lover out there. 

How to Prepare High-End Matcha

Premium matcha is a tea powder, so its preparation is different from how you would prepare loose leaf tea or sachet teabags. To prepare premium matcha using the traditional Japanese method, sift one teaspoon of powder into a traditional chawan, or bowl. Heat 2.5 ounces of water to 170℉, then pour it into your bowl. Whisk briskly in a "Z or M motion for about 15 seconds, creating a smooth, velvety foam. If bubbles don’t begin to form, increase your whisking speed slightly. Gradually add more hot water, adjusting to your preferred strength and texture.

FAQs

From its generations-honored cultivation to the artistry of its preparation, matcha is deeply woven into the fabric of Japanese culture. For centuries, the Japanese tea ceremony has been revered as a mindful, immersive ritual—an expression of harmony, respect and presence. Tea master Ryo Iwamoto offers a thoughtful introduction to its foundations, prepared with our premium Japanese matcha, in this helpful ceremony guide.

A traditional chawan (matcha bowl) brings a deeper sense of ritual to brewing organic premium matcha. Its thoughtful size, shape and texture are designed to support proper whisking and enhance the tea’s expression—especially when paired with other traditional matcha tools and practiced preparation techniques. Our Everyday Matcha Teaware Set provides a thoughtfully curated selection of tools to begin your matcha ritual with ease and intention.

In addition to a chawan (matcha bowl), traditional matcha preparation calls for a bamboo scoop, sifter and bamboo whisk. The scoop allows for precise, intuitive proportioning of your premium matcha powder, while the sifter helps break up any clumps for a smoother whisking experience. The whisk— known as a chasen— is expertly crafted to aerate the tea, creating a smooth, vibrant froth.

Find Matcha and More at Rishi Tea & Botanicals

At Rishi Tea & Botanicals, we are dedicated to sourcing exceptional teas and botanicals that make every cup feel intentional, nourishing and deeply satisfying . From organic premium matcha to aromatic herbal blends, choose Rishi Tea & Botanicals for a tea pantry that celebrates the best, most time-honored tea traditions from around the world. Shop our tea store to find your favorites and discover options for every season, mood and brewing style.