A cornerstone of traditional Japanese tea ceremonies since the 16th century with earlier origins dating back to the Tang Dynasty in China, matcha is also the drink en vogue in western 21st century specialty haunts and roastery circles.
“There’s always been an element of Japanese cuisine taken up and becoming a trend,” says Taku Kimura, General Manager at Haymarket Japanese coffee roastery Edition Roasters about the rise of matcha in the Australian scene, “I think a couple of years ago, it was miso then it became yuzu and I feel like matcha is just getting the spotlight at the moment”.
At a glance: our top picks
Yamasan Kyoto Uji
Ceremonial Grade Matcha
Tang Pin
Tang Pin 4pc Matcha Set
However, the increase of match consumption by the western world has started to outpace production capacity, leading to rising prices and supply restrictions across the matcha industry. Australia is certainly starting to feel the impact. So, if you’re craving a strawberry matcha or a green tea-infused sweet treat, now’s the time to stock up before your favourites become harder to find.
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The best matcha powders in 2026
Yamasan Kyoto Uji Japanese ceremonial grade matcha
$29.50 at Amazon
Best for: ceremonial grade matcha
Grown without pesticides under the sun in Uji, Kyoto, the tea leaves of this Yamasan matcha are steamed, dried then grinded in a mortar. Full-bodied and elegantly sweet.
Key features:
- Blend of Saemidori and Okumidori tea leaves
- Ceremonial grade
- Carefully selected by tea experts
Yamasan Kyoto Uji ceremonial grade matcha ASAGAO
$22.80 at Amazon
Best for: ceremonial grade matcha
Another Matcha from the Yamasan Kyoto Uji line, this ceremonial-grade product is described as a first-harvest matcha. The tea is made from the first picked buds of the year are called “shincha,” meaning the matcha is typically higher-grade, more delicate and less bitter, picked earliest in the season (late April to early May). Available in a 30g pack, it has a refreshing fragrance and contain a lot of theanine, giving the tea a rich flavor. With rich umami, low bitterness, and good froth and foam retention, it’s ideal for tea ceremonies.
Key features:
- Blend of Okumidori and Yabukita tea leaves
- Ceremonial grade
- Mild sweetness with little astringency
MRM Nutrition, Matcha Green Tea Powder
$30.85 at iHerb
Best for: an affordable option
With over 19,000 five-star reviews, it’s no wonder this matcha powder is high up on our list. Customers online rated it for its vibrant green colour and smooth, rich taste. They note that it has an earthy flavour but isn’t too bitter. While not a ceremonial grade matcha, it is an affordable option for those who crave an alternative to coffee.
Key features:
- Easy to drink with water, juices, smoothies, and other recipes
- Eco-friendly packaging
Wilderness Poets organic ceremonial matcha
From $37.62 at iHerb
Best for: smooth taste
Grown by multi-generational family farms in the Uji, Shizuoka and Kagoshima regions of Japan, this ceremonial grade matcha is described as strong and rich with a balance of sweetness and a mild earthiness. With 1,724 five-star reviews, this blend is great for seasoned and new drinkers of matcha alike.
Key features:
- 100% spring harvest leaves
- Ceremonial grade
100% certified organic matcha powder
$67.99 at Amazon
Best for: cooking and baking
While it’s not your traditional homegrown matcha like the others on this list, T2’s matcha powder is a great budget-friendly pick for baking or cooking. It has those fresh, sweet, grassy notes you want, and while it leans softer than the purist blends, there’s still plenty to appreciate.
Key features:
- Fresh, sweet and grassy notes
- 100% certified organic
Maison Koko ceremonial grade matcha
From $35.99 at Tavalon
Best for: full-bodied, umami flavour
Taking its name from the Japanese word for powder as an ode to its talcum-fine texture, this tea house connects directly with Japanese farmers to source ceremonial-grade matcha. Each packet is delivered with a personalised label, noting the matcha’s origin and packing date.
Key features:
- Ceremonial-grade
- Compounded in Yame, Fukuoka, Japan
- Sweet, vegetal and umami character profile
Evergreen matcha green tea powder
From $22 at The Good Grub Hub
Best for: superfine texture
Gorgeous and green, this powder is ideal for use in desserts and baking, with its name paying homage to its ability to maintain its bright green colour even when put through heat or acidity. Try it is a raspberry and matcha cheesecake or matcha tiramisu.
Key features:
- Superfine grain dissolves completely in liquid
- No additives or chemicals
Tang Pin 4pc matcha set
$67.56 at Amazon
Complete with a porcelain bowl with a spout, a chasen holder, refined bamboo whisk and scoop, you’re all set for matcha mornings at home.
Bamboo matcha whisk set
$33.90 at Amazon
This set has everything you need to make the perfect matcha. This whisk is handcrafted from a single piece of bamboo that is split around 100 times for a smooth and foamy drink.
Boasting a unique flavour profile and distinctive green hue, matcha is made from finely powdered dry green tea leaves. The highest quality grade is widely considered to hail from Uji Kyoto, a region in Japan where matcha is prepared with the youngest tea leaves – and where the powder Edition Roasters uses in their lattes and Japanese soufflé pancakes is from.
“We’ve tried a whole bunch of different matchas from different regions and this one from Kyoto Uji seems to have the most pungent aroma and colour…” says Kimura, “it’s not jarringly bitter – it has a balance bitterness between the aroma and sweetness”.
Taste and aesthetic aside, matcha is also rich in L-theanine, antioxidants and vitamins – seeing many swap their morning cup of joe for something more green.
From ceremonial roots to today’s high-end café scene, where the matcha latte is a ubiquitous as cappuccino, matcha exhibits brightness and bittersweet complexity. Below is our pick of the best matcha in Australia to enjoy hot or cold.
Due to its agile flavour and texture, matcha can be sipped on hot or cold, and pairs well with flavour notes like cinnamon, vanilla and chocolate. The signature Uji matcha latte at Edition Roasters, for instance, is mixed with a signature matcha paste and the milk of your choice – served either hot or over ice.
While cafes and roasteries differ in how they mix their matcha, whisking by hand with a bamboo whisk in a matcha bowl is the most straightforward and traditional way of preparation – with matcha being prepared like so in Japanese tea ceremonies for centuries.
