Kiyo Matcha Classic Grade Hatsumukashi Ceremonial Uji Matcha - Pure Japanese First Harvest Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea Powder from Uji, Japan (100g/3.52oz)

Quality is superb! I tried the ceremonial vs the Imperial and there is hardly any difference so I'm staying with this one. Perfect, smooth, never bitter taste. Blend is finely ground and smooth. Nice size, lasts for about 2 weeks (I drink 1-2 cups a day). A bit pricey but work it because of the quality and tase. Super easy to use. I make mine with water.

I’d recommend this if you’re (1) a pure matcha lover who wants to taste the matcha itself (water > milk), (2) you have a machine/frother/blender for mixing, and (3) flavor-wise you like umami, fresh, hint of floral more than seaweed, and (4) it’s at sale. For reference, I’ve had most of the introductory level ceremonial grade matcha across Amazon/North America/ China. I had some during Kyoto as well but not a lot. I bought this Heritage version Matcha during a Cyber Sale for $44. I’ve never tried Kiyo, I had purchased some of ippodo or Naoki products in the U.S. I’m comparing it against other matchas I’m available of: Naoki Yame ceremonial grade ($37/100g) and Matcha lab’s 7th ceremonial grade matcha ($17/200g but in China, you can’t beat the price). For this kiyo matcha (the one in the tin), it is hands down the greenest in my stash, though my other have been opened longer (one for ~2 months, one for ~2 weeks) but I stored them all in the fridge to delay oxidation process. Flavor-wise, it tastes super fresh and clean. I’m satisfied (yes, satisfied) that it has none of stale tea-powder note. I love whisker but also I’m rush to commute this year, I hate when my matcha is not completely blended. So a blender and a milk frother comes in handy. While this powder can be a bit more stubborn to fully disperse, once it’s mixed it stays bright, vibrant green for the longest time compared to the others. I would agree that water (something with less favor or aroma) goes the best with it. Milk will cover its flavor, and this one I’ve tried 4 g per 100 mL/2g per 100ml. It is not bitter at all, and it finishes with a really pleasant sweetness after the initial fresh, crisp taste. Tho it raise my energy up if I had 4g, it did it supper smoothly, no jittery or anxious spike. Quality absolutely more than 4 star This is so far the best I have for it taste umami, no bitterness, and bright) Value for money: I didn’t regret it. However, $56 is a bit overpriced.

Kiyo's Ritual Grade is a fantastic higher-end matcha. I make my matcha using 3g of powder in ~50ml of water, so it's kind of a light Koicha. Kiyo's Ritual Grade is perfect for it! It has essentially no bitterness, a sweet flavor, creamy feel, and moderately long aftertaste. I prefer it to Naoki Superior Ceremonial, Naoki Fragrant Yame, and Rishi Ceremonial Matcha. Granted, Ritual Grade is higher quality than those other three, but it's quality shows through.

For the price, it is a bit expensive to justify. But in terms of flavor, it very good if you are looking to get a large quantity of ceremonial grade matcha to drink on a daily basis, but don't want to spend too much for high quality, low quantity. It is worth noting that how you prepare the matcha (temperature, tools, etc.) will affect the final product. Overall, the flavor is good and yields a good final product.

I am pleasantly impressed how good this product is. It’s ceremonial grade and it feels velvety, fresh and clean. It makes you feel energized in a good and toned way. Absolutely recommend this matcha brand.

Slightly bitter flavor will be continuing to use Akira or chaism Matcha

Pleasantly surprised. I have been enjoying the chiba no shiro recently. It has a beautiful, vivid green color. It is punchy, but not overwhelming on the nose and in the cup. To me, it's nutty and creamy and makes for a beautiful latte, and it's even quite delicious as a lightly sweetened usucha. It's a great value for the price, in my opinion. I will absolutely be ordering more!

Incredible Matcha, so creamy and so much flavor. I've bought a few brands but this one tops them all.

The greenest I have ever had.. supreme quality .. love it