{"title":"Ceremonial Matcha Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop ceremonial grade Japanese matcha powder online in India. Nokū matcha is first flush (Ichibancha) tea from Kagoshima, Japan, shade-grown for 3–4 weeks and slowly stone-ground into a vivid green, naturally sweet powder with no bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it for traditional matcha tea, hot or iced matcha lattes, or a quiet pause in a busy day. A 30 g tin makes about 15–30 cups. Prefer something toastier and lower in caffeine? Try our Japanese hojicha powder.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ceremonial-matcha-india","title":"Nokū Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder – First Flush, Kagoshima Japan (30 g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNokū Ceremonial Grade Matcha is first flush Japanese matcha from Kagoshima, stone-ground into a vivid green powder with a smooth, naturally sweet taste and no bitterness. One 30 g tin makes about 15 to 30 cups, for traditional matcha tea, lattes and your everyday pause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceremonial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kagoshima, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e First flush (Ichibancha), the first spring harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade-grown 3–4 weeks, slow stone-ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 g in an airtight tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServings:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 15–30 (1–2 g per cup)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% green tea powder. No sugar, no additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packed and sold under FSSAI licence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSourcing and quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom Kagoshima, Japan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur matcha comes from Kagoshima, one of Japan's most renowned tea-growing regions. The tea plants are shade-grown for 3 to 4 weeks before harvest, a traditional practice that raises chlorophyll, L-theanine and amino acids, giving the matcha its vibrant green colour and naturally sweet, umami-rich flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst flush (Ichibancha)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the youngest, most tender leaves from the first spring harvest are used. These are the most prized leaves of the year, picked once and ground carefully to keep everything that makes ceremonial matcha worth drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional stone grinding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are slowly ground on granite stone mills at low temperature to protect flavour and nutrients. The result is an ultra-fine, silky powder that whisks smoothly and tastes clean and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make matcha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional matcha tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSift 1–2 g of matcha (1–2 bamboo scoops or about ½ teaspoon) into a bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 60–70 ml of hot water at about 75–80°C. Do not use boiling water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk briskly in a W motion with a bamboo whisk for 15–20 seconds until frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatcha latte\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk 1–2 g of matcha with 30 ml of warm water until smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over 150–200 ml of hot or iced milk (dairy, oat or almond).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeten with honey or maple syrup if you like.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Nokū\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNokū is made for the pause. In a culture that rewards always being busy, the simple ritual of whisking a bowl of matcha gives you a few minutes that are just yours. Natural caffeine with L-theanine gives calm, steady energy without the coffee crash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 g ceremonial grade matcha powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-grade airtight tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many cups does a 30 g tin make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 15 to 30 cups. Use 1 g for a light traditional tea and up to 2 g for a stronger tea or latte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much caffeine is in Nokū matcha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2 g serving has roughly 60–70 mg of caffeine, less than a typical cup of coffee. L-theanine in matcha makes the energy feel calmer and steadier. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/matcha-blogs\/how-much-caffeine-in-matcha-vs-coffee-tea\"\u003ehow matcha caffeine compares with coffee, chai and green tea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this ceremonial or culinary grade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial grade. It is made from first flush leaves and is meant to be drunk as tea or in lattes. Nokū sells only ceremonial grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a bamboo whisk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bamboo whisk (chasen) gives the smoothest, frothiest matcha. A small milk frother also works for lattes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store matcha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the tin tightly closed, away from heat, light and moisture. A refrigerator is ideal once opened. Best enjoyed within 6–12 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship across India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Nokū ships across India in sealed airtight tins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if my order arrives damaged or I get the wrong item?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will replace it. Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:contactus@nokumatcha.com\"\u003econtactus@nokumatcha.com\u003c\/a\u003e within 24 hours of delivery with your order number and an unboxing video or clear photos. The product must be unopened with its seal intact. As matcha is a food product, we do not accept returns for any other reason. See our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund and replacement policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer cash on delivery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. All orders are prepaid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Nokū matcha good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is smooth and naturally sweet with no bitterness, so it is an easy first matcha. Start with 1 g whisked into 70 ml of hot water, and add a splash of milk if you like it softer. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/matcha-blogs\/easy-matcha-routine-for-beginners-simple-daily-recipes\"\u003ebeginner's matcha routine\u003c\/a\u003e walks you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does my matcha taste bitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually the water is too hot or there is too much powder. Use water at about 75–80°C, never boiling, and 1–2 g per cup. Lower grade matcha is also naturally more bitter, which is why \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/matcha-blogs\/ceremonial-grade-vs-culinary-grade-matcha-which-one-should-you-buy\"\u003eceremonial and culinary grade\u003c\/a\u003e taste so different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does first flush mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst flush, or Ichibancha, is the first spring harvest of the year. These are the youngest leaves, with the most L-theanine and the sweetest flavour. Nokū uses only first flush leaves from Kagoshima, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nokū Matcha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49861605687600,"sku":"NOKUMSKU1","price":1079.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8059\/3456\/files\/2_86acb50b-fdaa-48eb-b784-fd0da9e58e6a.png?v=1785953827"},{"product_id":"noku-hojicha-powder-japanese-roasted-green-tea-30g","title":"Nokū Hojicha Powder – Japanese Roasted Green Tea (30 g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNokū Hojicha is Japanese roasted green tea in fine powder form, made in Japan. Roasting turns green tea leaves reddish-brown and gives a warm, toasty, naturally nutty flavour that is noticeably less bitter than green tea, and generally lower in caffeine than matcha. Mix it into hot water or milk in seconds, with no steeping or straining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hojicha (roasted Japanese green tea) powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e toasty, nutty, smooth, low bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hojicha lattes, evening tea, baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to prepare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHot hojicha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhisk or mix 1–2 teaspoons of powder into hot water. Adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHojicha latte\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the powder with a small amount of hot water to dissolve, then add warm frothed milk and a touch of sweetener if you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIced hojicha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a slightly concentrated cup with less water, then pour over ice for a smooth, refreshing drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn baking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd hojicha powder to cookies, cakes, ice cream or panna cotta for a warm, caramel-like flavour and a soft brown colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore recipes, including a cardamom hojicha latte and hojicha affogato, in our guide: \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/matcha-blogs\/what-is-hojicha-how-to-make-hojicha-latte\"\u003ewhat is hojicha and how to make it at home\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHojicha or matcha?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatcha is bright, grassy and energising; hojicha is cosy, nutty and gentler. Many people drink \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceremonial-matcha-india\"\u003ematcha\u003c\/a\u003e in the morning and hojicha in the evening. Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/matcha-blogs\/hojicha-vs-matcha\"\u003ehojicha vs matcha guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes hojicha have caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but generally less than matcha, because roasting reduces caffeine. That is why hojicha is a popular afternoon and evening tea in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much hojicha do I use per cup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup and adjust to how strong you like it. Use a little more for a latte, as milk softens the flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a hojicha latte mix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is pure hojicha powder, with no sugar, milk powder or flavouring added, so you control the sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store hojicha powder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it tightly sealed, away from heat, light and moisture, and use it within a few weeks of opening for the best aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you supply hojicha for cafés?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Nokū supplies hojicha and ceremonial matcha to cafés, cloud kitchens and food brands across India. See our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/matcha-blogs\/wholesale-hojicha-powder-india-cafes\"\u003ewholesale hojicha for cafés\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wholesale-matcha-india\"\u003esend a wholesale enquiry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNokū, Japanese tea, simply made.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nokū Matcha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739876294960,"sku":"NOKUMSKU11","price":449.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8059\/3456\/files\/NokuHojichaTea.png?v=1788717547"}],"url":"https:\/\/nokumatcha.com\/collections\/ceremonial-matcha-powder.oembed","provider":"Nokū Matcha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}