🍵 Matcha - Origin & Benefits
Matcha is a very fine Japanese green tea powder, obtained from leaves that are dried and then stone-ground.
There are two main grades:
- Ceremonial: for pure consumption (hot water), softer, finer
- Culinary: for recipes, lattes or smoothies, more robust and plant-based
The Japanese have been consuming matcha for centuries, notably for its effects on energy, concentration and overall health.
Matcha is a great alternative to classic coffee or tea. It is :
- Rich in antioxidants (catechins)
Mild caffeine for sustained energy - Natural source of mild caffeine for long-lasting energy
- Balanced with L-theanine, an amino acid that helps you stay focused without stress
- Beneficial for the skin, digestion and immune system
- Ideal for reducing coffee consumption without wasting energy
Here are the most common effects:
- Stable energy without nervous peaks
- Improved concentration and memory
- Powerful antioxidants (notably catechins such as EGCG)
- Helps natural detoxification
- Stimulates metabolism
- Strengthens the immune system
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Classic tea is brewed → you consume only the brewed water.
With matcha, you ingest the whole crushed leaf, so you get 100% of the nutrients, fiber and antioxidants.
Coffee stimulates strongly... then comes down sharply. Matcha releases its effect more slowly and for longer.
Matcha contains about 3x less caffeine, but coupled with L-theanine, it helps you stay focused.
There's no jitteriness or fatigue with matcha.
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It's not a question of one matcha being "better" than another, but of a different use. Ceremonial matcha is made from young tea leaves, harvested in spring, then ground very slowly to an extremely fine powder. It has a mild, round, umami taste, a bright green color, and is ideal for drinking simply with hot (or cold) water.
Culinary matcha, on the other hand, is made from more mature leaves. It has a more herbal taste, sometimes slightly bitter, and a slightly less fine texture. It's perfect for mixing with milk (in lattes), adding to smoothies or using in cooking (desserts, sauces, pastries). It's also more affordable.
If you want to drink your matcha neat or as a latte, choose ceremonial. If you want to cook it, culinary is more suitable.
In a nutshell:
- Ceremonial: milder taste, finer texture, perfect as a pure drink with hot water or milk.
- Culinary: more robust, slightly more bitter, ideal for sweet and savoury recipes.
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Our matcha is grown in Japan, in two regions renowned for their expertise: Shizuoka (for culinary matcha and original matcha) and Kagoshima (for vanilla matcha).
It is produced by a local farm that grows tea using traditional Japanese methods, with particular attention paid to the quality of the leaves and respect for the environment.
Our powders are then slowly ground on a stone grinder to guarantee an ultra-fine texture and a beautiful green color, without any additives or preservatives.
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All our matchas come from the Yabukita cultivar, the most widespread in Japan.
This cultivar is renowned for its ideal balance: a lovely herbal sweetness, slightly umami notes, and very moderate bitterness. It produces a matcha that is accessible, versatile and true to the taste of real Japanese tea.
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📦 Ordering, shipping and delivery
We deliver anywhere in France, Europe, French overseas departments and territories, Canada, the United States, Mexico, Switzerland... and many other countries. Delivery charges are automatically adjusted according to your address.
Delivery times vary according to destination:
- France: 3 to 6 working days
- Europe : 4 to 8 working days
- International & DOM-TOM: 6 to 15 working days on average
Charges are calculated according to your country and the delivery method you choose (point relais or home delivery). Here are a few examples:
- France (point relais): €2.99 (free from €29)
- France (home delivery): €4.99 or €8.99 with signature (free from €49)
- Europe: from €6.99 (free from €69)
- Canada / USA: $40, free for orders over €100
- DOM-TOM: from €6.99 to €19.99
The exact costs will be displayed in your basket once you have entered your address.
Yes, point relais delivery is available for France and some European countries. It's often cheaper and just as fast.
When validating your basket, you can select (if available in your country) "delivery to a relay point". Once you have paid, you will be able to choose your nearest relay point.
We ship mainly with Colissimo, which offers home delivery with or without a signature, as well as with relay points. For certain international zones, other carriers may be used.
Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1 to 3 working days (excluding weekends and public holidays). You will receive a confirmation e-mail with a tracking link as soon as the parcel is on its way.
An e-mail containing a tracking link is sent automatically upon shipment. You can track your parcel in real time right up to delivery.
Start by checking the tracking link. If it indicates that the parcel is blocked or delivered but you haven't received it, write to us at contact@tsukimatcha.com. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Yes, if the order has not yet been shipped. Please contact us as soon as possible at contact@tsukimatcha.com. Once the parcel has been shipped, it is unfortunately no longer possible to change the address.
You can pay by :
- Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
- Apple Pay
- PayPal
- All payments are secure.
Yes, delivery is free above a certain amount, which varies from zone to zone:
- 29 € at relay points in France, Belgium and Monaco
- 49 € home delivery in France, Belgium and Monaco
- 69 € in Europe and French overseas departments and territories
- 100 in Canada and the United States
The exact threshold is displayed in the basket.
No, this option is not yet available, but we're working on it.
Yes, all you have to do is fill in the address of the person you want to send the parcel to, and add an order note if you'd like to leave a little note. Prices are never displayed on the parcel.
🔁 Returns & refunds
As this is a food product, we do not accept returns for matcha, for reasons of hygiene. This policy also applies to accessories that have been used and come into contact with food.
Contact us within 24 hours of receiptwith your order number and a photo of the package and/or products. If the problem is confirmed, we will proceed with a replacement or refund as soon as possible.
Yes, as long as the order is not shipped. Before shipment, please write to us at contact@tsukimatcha.com to request an address change or cancellation. After shipment, changes are no longer possible.
In the case of a damaged or incorrect product, you will be reimbursed upon receipt of proof.
The reimbursement will be made via the original payment method within 7 to 14 days.
No, no additional costs will be applied: if the return is validated, we will pay for the return shipping costs or a full refund.
If you have any concerns about a product or delivery, please contact us at contact@tsukimatcha.com. We'll get back to you within 48 hours.
🥄 Use, storage & care
Matcha is sensitive to light, humidity and heat. To preserve its freshness :
- Keep it in its bag or in an airtight box.
- Store away from light, in a dry place, at room temperature.
- Avoid storing near heat sources
Best consumed within 3 to 4 months of opening. It can still be consumed several months later, but its color and taste may fade.
Yes, but only if the packaging is tightly sealed. The fridge contains humidity and odors that can spoil matcha if the bag is not properly sealed.
Here are our recommendations:
- Keep bag tightly closed (solid zip or airtight box)
- Allow to return to room temperature before opening, to avoid condensation.
- Avoid going back and forth between hot and cold: if you open your matcha every day, it's best to leave it in a cupboard away from light and heat.
👉 The fridge is useful for prolonging freshness if you're storing matcha for the long term, but it's not mandatory if you consume your sachet within 1-3 months.
A good matcha should have a bright green color and a fresh, herbal aroma.
If it becomes dull or loses its flavor, it can still be used in cooking, but is no longer optimal for drinking neat.
👉 Please note: culinary matcha naturally has a less vivid color and a more bitter taste than ceremonial matcha, due to its production method (more mature leaves, different harvests).
So don't compare the color or taste of culinary matcha with ceremonial matcha. To judge its freshness, compare it to the way it looked and smelled when you first opened it.
- For a pure drink: 1 g (1 spoon) + 40-60 ml hot water (not boiling, ~70-80°C maximum)
- Whip in a W-shape with a chasen (bamboo whisk) until frothy.
- For a latte: add vegetable or animal milk to your preparation
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Chasen (bamboo whisk): rinse with lukewarm water after each use, without soap. Leave to air-dry (preferably on a whisk stand). Do not soak. See our article on the subject.
Spoon and bowl: same procedure as the whisk, but avoid soap and wipe with a dry cloth.
📬 TSUKI subscription
- 10% to 15% discount on all matchas, automatically
- Monthly or bi-monthly delivery (your choice)
- Zero stress: you get your matcha at home, without having to think about it.
- No commitment: can be changed or cancelled at any time
- Never run out again: we reserve your matcha for you every month, even in the event of limited restocking.
- Access to surprises and exclusive offers reserved for subscribers
You choose your favorite matcha, the delivery frequency, and validate your order.
You are then automatically debited every cycle (1 or 2 months), and your matcha is shipped right away. You don't have to do a thing.
Yes. As a subscriber, we keep your matcha aside even if a product is out of stock on the site. You're sure to receive your order, all year round, stress-free.
Yes, you can suspend or modify your subscription at any time from your customer area.
Yes, you can change your product, delivery frequency or quantity at any time.
If the last order has already been shipped, this change will take effect with the next delivery.
One-off discounts cannot be combined with the subscription discount (10 or 15%, depending on the frequency chosen).
However, you can temporarily suspend your subscription to take advantage of a special offer, and then reactivate it afterwards.
Yes, the subscription is non-binding. You can cancel it at any time, as long as the parcel has not yet been shipped. Just go to your customer area or write to us at contact@tsukimatcha.com.
If payment has been made but the order has not yet been shipped, please contact us as soon as possible at contact@tsukimatcha.com. We will be able to issue a full refund and cancel the shipment.
On the other hand, if the package has already been shipped, we will not be able to refund it or take it back (non-returnable food products).
Not yet automatically from the customer area, but you can write to us at contact@tsukimatcha.com and we'll help you adjust the date or postpone the next order.
Yes, you receive an e-mail each time you renew your subscription, at the time of payment. This allows you to modify or suspend your subscription if necessary.
🛒 For professionals (B2B)
Yes, we offer professional rates for cafés, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, boutiques or delicatessens. Write to us via this form or by e-mail to discuss a partnership.
Yes, we have larger formats (1kg) of culinary or ceremonial matcha, designed for use in the kitchen or as a fast-moving beverage.
Yes, we are open to collaborations with chefs, designers, brands or artisans. If you would like to co-create a matcha product (pastry, drink, cosmetic, etc.), please contact us directly.
Another question, an idea or just want to write to us? 💌
If you haven't found the answer to your question, if you have a suggestion, a desire to collaborate, or even just a little word to share - write to us at contact@tsukimatcha.com or via our contact form.
At TSUKI, we love talking to our community. Your feedback, idea or question always counts. 💚
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How to prepare your matcha?
3-step preparation
Pour your matcha and hot water into a bowl
For 1 g of matcha, add 40 ml of hot water (maximum 80°c).
Whisk vigorously
using W movements until dissolved and foaming.
Mix with the drink of your choice
Pour matcha into a glass with water, milk or the drink of your choice. For more recipes, click here.
