Naoki Matcha Barista Blend Premium Matcha Powder — 40g Pouch, Smooth & Bright

Naoki Matcha Barista Blend Premium Grade Matcha is a versatile, stone-ground green tea powder from Kagoshima crafted for lattes, baking, and everyday matcha creations.

Imported from the tea fields of Kagoshima, Japan, this 40g/1.4oz pouch delivers a bright-green, smooth-flavored matcha designed specifically for home baristas and bakers. It balances the rich umami of premium matcha with a formulation that blends seamlessly into milk, sweeteners, smoothies, and baked goods while retaining color and flavor. The resealable pouch preserves freshness and aroma, making it a convenient choice for daily use or occasional culinary experiments.

How does Naoki Matcha Barista Blend perform in lattes and milk-based drinks?

This barista blend is optimized to mix easily with both dairy and plant-based milks, producing a creamy, even texture without clumping. It’s formulated to keep matcha’s natural vibrancy even when warmed, so your latte maintains a lively green hue and smooth taste. The blend’s mild astringency works well with sweeteners, highlighting the tea’s underlying umami.

• Mixes smoothly with frothers, handheld whisks, and blenders
• Holds color when heated for steamed lattes
• Balanced flavor that pairs with syrups, honey, and vanilla
• 40g pouch sized for frequent home use

Can I use this matcha in baking and smoothies without losing flavor?

Yes — this premium-grade powder is stone-ground from tencha and chosen for its ability to keep taste and color through heat and mixing. In baked goods it maintains a noticeable matcha presence without turning bitter, and in smoothies it dissolves into a vibrant, earthy base. Because it’s designed as a barista blend, it offers the concentration needed for recipes that call for a pronounced green-tea character.

• Retains green color in cakes, cookies, and muffins
• Stable flavor in warmed batters and custards
• Blends well in cold and frozen smoothies
• Suitable for recipe scaling with clear flavor payoff

What makes this matcha from Kagoshima distinct from other green teas?

Grown in Kagoshima’s mild climate and processed into tencha before stone-grinding, Naoki Matcha emphasizes freshness and a rounded umami profile. The production method preserves the tea’s natural compounds responsible for aroma and mouthfeel. As a premium barista-grade offering, it strikes a balance between culinary usability and authentic matcha character.

• Sourced from Kagoshima tea fields for regional flavor notes
• Stone-ground to a fine texture for smoothness and color
• Processed as tencha to retain aroma and taste compounds
• Packaged in a resealable pouch to protect freshness

How should I store and measure Naoki Matcha to get the best results?

Keep the sealed pouch in a cool, dry place or refrigerated after opening to preserve aroma and color; avoid prolonged light and moisture exposure. For beverages, start with 1–2 teaspoons (about 1–2 grams) per 8 ounces of liquid and adjust to taste. For baking, follow recipe ratios but note that texture and intensity may vary by application, so a small test batch helps dial in the ideal amount.

• Reseal pouch and store in fridge for extended freshness
• Use 1–2 teaspoons per 8 oz for lattes; adjust to preference
• Taste-test when substituting in baking recipes
• Use a fine sifter or whisk to avoid clumps

Who is this for: Naoki Matcha Barista Blend is aimed at home coffee-shop enthusiasts, home bakers, and health-conscious cooks who want authentic, easy-to-use matcha without sacrificing color or flavor. It fits anyone who prefers a premium, stone-ground Japanese matcha that performs reliably in milk drinks, smoothies, and culinary recipes — from the casual latte maker to the experimental pastry chef.

Ingredients

Matcha Green Tea Powder