Premium vs. High Grade
Two harvests from the same single-family farm in Shizuoka, graded and matched to how you'll actually drink them.
Premium Harvest
First Spring Harvest
Smooth, delicate and naturally sweet with a clean finish. Best whisked pure — no sweeteners — to taste the full flavor.
- Lower bitterness
- Smoother taste, clean finish
- Ideal for traditional ceremonial matcha
High Grade
Summer Harvest
A bolder, more consistent flavor built to stand up to milk and sweeteners. The everyday pick for lattes.
- Deep, strong flavor
- Pairs perfectly with milk
- Built for lattes & blended drinks
At A Glance
Understanding the difference.
| Grade | Premium Harvest | High Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Season | First Spring Harvest | Summer Harvest |
| Flavor Profile | Smooth, delicate, naturally sweet | Bold, robust matcha flavor with bitterness |
| Color | Bright vibrant emerald | Deep forest green |
| Best For | Ceremonial preparation, sipped pure | Matcha lattes, blended drinks |
| Size | 50g tin | 100g pouch |
Still torn between the two?
If you drink it straight, go Premium. If milk is involved, go High Grade. Either way, it's the same single farm behind both tins.
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