Matcha types, varieties
Most sought, after, is the first quality of matcha, called Ceremonial grade, after this grade comes to the more affordable grade called Culinary grade, and then this second grade has five further subgrades,(1).
So let's see.
These are well-understood grades inside the industry, and pricing is also addressed, based on these grades, still, there is something called super-premium, varieties All these grades from Japancommand a better price than the same grades from China or that matter India, Sri Lanka, that's how the world market works.,(2),(3),(4)
First grade, Ceremonial grade
This is the most sought-after grade, and this is also a very high-quality grade, used mostly for matcha, Japanese-style tea, without sugar.
Flavour,- very mild delicate flavor
Color,- very deep vibrant green
The smell,-Slightly grassy
Texture, - Almost similar to talc-powder, it should not have any coarse or gritty feeling.
A usage,-1/2 teaspoon of powder in 8 ounces, one cup of warm water is enough.
Second grade, Culinary grade
It has 5- subgrades and these are
1, Premium Grade,
This grade is suitable for an everyday morning latte and the afternoon smoothies its slightly less green than first grade, times it is sold as a Ceremonial grade, by making people fool so careful.
2, Cafe grade,
This grade is made from second quality of leaves, it has a more strong flavor, gives a bitter taste mostly used by cafe houses also can be us in baking.
3, Ingredient grade,
Best for smoothies and lattes it gives thick consistency, also best to be used with sauces and desserts.
4,-Kitchen grade,
As the name indicates it is meant for the kitchen, it has a strong flavor and its tea is a little darker in color.
5,-Classic grade,
Most affordable cheaper than all other grades, its also more easily available, it has a strong distinct flavor.
As you see, there are a lot of grades, and in marketing place, there is the confusion that most of the time there is no proper declaration on levels about these grades, everyone simply claims their product is very great this is a situation, which may change moment, more supply comes from other countries, but at this moment we don't have more options but to trust supplier, this is all from Matcha Facts