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Matcha, often referred to as the 'espresso of tea,' contains a noteworthy level of caffeine, as well as a compound called L-theanine, which is thought to attribute to the lack of crash in energy levels that can follow coffee consumption.

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Barista Matcha from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Barista Matcha hover image

Barista Matcha

Organic Japanese Green Tea Powder
Fresh | Invigorating | Bright
Teahouse Matcha by Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Teahouse Matcha hover image

Teahouse Matcha

Organic Japanese Green Tea Powder
Sweet | Creamy | Umami
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Everyday Matcha

Organic Matcha from Japan
Bright | Fresh | Invigorating
A pile of Sweet Matcha powder on a white background by Rishi Tea & Botanicals. Sweet Matcha hover image

Sweet Matcha

Sweetened Japanese Matcha
Sweet | Enlivening | Rich
Rishi Tea & Botanicals' Ceremonial Matcha face mask. Ceremonial Matcha hover image

Ceremonial Matcha

Organic Green Tea Powder
Vibrant | Delicate | Umami
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
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Cold Brew Matcha

Organic Green Tea Powder
Clean | Refreshing | Uplifting

What is Garden
Direct Tea?

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 primer producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.
A bowl of green Matcha Saemidori from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white surface. Matcha Saemidori hover image

Matcha Saemidori

Organic Matcha from Japan
Lush | Umami | Bittersweet
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
A precious pile of Matcha Houju by Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background. Matcha Houju hover image

Matcha Houju

Garden Direct Green Tea Powder
Deep Umami | Blue Green | Energetic

Explore Wintertime Teas

Discover the perfect brews to keep you warm this season with our Winter Teas Collection. Featuring an assortment of teas and herbs selected for their comforting, “warming” energy, these blends are crafted to bring a sense of relaxation and joy to your winter moments.

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A crumbled macaron infused with Nishi San's Matcha Asatsuyu by Rishi Tea & Botanicals lies on a white background, its fragments scattered artfully around. Nishi San's Matcha Asatsuyu hover image Nishi San's Matcha Asatsuyu icon

Nishi San's Matcha Asatsuyu

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Creamy | Subtle Roast | Kombu
A pile of vibrant green Nishi San's Matcha Kanayamidori from Rishi Tea & Botanicals on a white background exudes a subtle floral aroma. Nishi San's Matcha Kanayamidori hover image

Nishi San's Matcha Kanayamidori

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Floral Meadow | Brisk | Bao Zhong
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
Lively | Bittersweet | Alpine
A pile of vibrant green Nishi San's Matcha Saemidori from Rishi Tea & Botanicals, infused with the rich umami flavor characteristic of this variety, partially crumbled against a pristine white background. Nishi San's Matcha Saemidori hover image

Nishi San's Matcha Saemidori

Garden Direct Organic Green Tea Powder
Vibrant | Sweet Pea | Umami Dashi
A dome-shaped mound of Rishi Tea & Botanicals' premium Matcha Ujihikari, with some of the vibrant green powder spread around it on a white surface. Matcha Ujihikari hover image

Matcha Ujihikari

Garden Direct Green Tea Powder
Vibrant | Sweet Roast | Umami
Four piles of organic matcha powder, each labeled with the names Kanayamidori, Saemidori, Asatsuyu, and Asanoka, are elegantly displayed against a plain background. This exquisite Nishi San's Aged Matcha Flight of Tea Bundle hover image

Nishi San's Aged Matcha Flight of Tea Bundle

Garden Direct Green Tea Powder Bundle

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

Unique Varieties of Matcha Green Tea

We are proud to offer organic matcha, direct from Japan, and connect individuals with unique, single-cultivar and blended matchas. With its high caffeine content, artful preparation and delicate flavor and aroma, matcha has quickly become a favorite of tea-drinkers around the world, finding itself a staple in many specialty cafes in North America. Enjoyed in many different preparations, from traditional hand-whisked to specialty matcha lattes, there is a whole world of Japanese matcha flavor profiles to explore, and if you’re just beginning, don’t forget your matcha tea set!

How to Prepare Matcha 

Due to its uniquely powdered form, matcha requires a particular preparation process to enjoy properly. We suggest adding 2.5 ounces of under-boiling water (160ºF) to 1 teaspoon (~2 grams) of sifted matcha powder, whisking the mixture for 15 to 20 seconds. The whisking should alternate between a circular and side-to-side motion, after which the mixture should become pale green, frothy and light. To this mixture, you can add hot water for a traditional Japanese tea, or add steamed milk and sweeteners for a more modern latte.

FAQs

Yes, but the growing process is slightly different. While most green tea is cultivated under the sun, typical tea leaves for matcha are grown in the shade for three weeks before harvesting, resulting in a vibrant green, slightly less oxidized tea. Additionally, the powdered nature of matcha requires that drinkers consume the entirety of the tea leaf, rather than just the steeped tea extraction.

Matcha contains a considerable amount of caffeine, similar to that of a cup of coffee. This is because drinkers are consuming the entire leaf in the powder which means more caffeine is concentrated into the beverage when prepared.

Sifting and whisking matcha powder increases the quality and flavor of the tea. Failing to do so can lead to a poorly distributed, weak and muddled drink. The cup may also end up with a gritty and astringent mouthfeel, due to the dry clumps and improper extraction.

Cold or iced matchas are a popular beverage in many parts of the world, however the initial matcha mixture must still be prepared with warm water. To try a cold matcha, consider adding cold water, cold milk, or even lemonade and pouring over ice!

Exquisite Small Batch and Single-Origin Teas

The Rishi Tea & Botanicals is dedicated to quality and consistency, no matter where we source our tea from. All of our teas are blended in small batches in-house to promote the consistency of our teas, ensuring that each blend or origin you get will taste just as good as the last time. Whether it’s a unique single-cultivar matcha from Japan or an Oolong from the mountainous Fujian region of China, rest assured that your next selection is going to be a high quality, carefully crafted tea.