Organic matcha from Kyushu, Japan
Less than 5% of Japanese tea farms are certified organic. Ours is one of them. Single-cultivar Okumidori for the Ceremonial. A three-cultivar blend for the Everyday. Both shade-grown in Kyushu and lab tested before they leave Japan.
JAS organic
Certified, every batch
One of the world's strictest organic certifications. Less than 5% of Japan's tea farms meet it.
Single origin
Kyushu, Japan
Shade-grown on JAS-certified organic farms in a single Japanese region.
Lab tested
For pesticides and radiation
Every batch tested before it leaves Japan. Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free.
Shop the range
Choose your matcha
How to choose
Ceremonial or Everyday?
Both grades are JAS organic. The difference is the cultivar, the harvest and what they are made for. Full grade comparison →
Ceremonial Grade
Smooth, sweet, on its own
Single cultivar Okumidori, first harvest. Light-bodied, naturally sweet, no bitterness. Vivid green colour.
Made for traditional preparation with water, soft lattes and slow rituals. From $2.22 per serve in our 100g pouch.
Everyday Grade
Bold, full-bodied, for lattes
Blend of Yutakamidori, Yabukita and Asanoka. Fuller-bodied and robust. Holds its flavour through milk, ice and other ingredients.
Made for lattes, iced matcha, smoothies and baking. From $1.24 per serve in our 50g pouch.
New to matcha?
Start with a complete kit
Bowl, whisk and a pouch of matcha in one box. A three-piece Starter to try it, or a six-piece Tea Set for daily ritual. Everything you need to whisk properly at home.
The deeper why
What "organic matcha" actually means
In Australia, "organic" on a tea label can mean a few different things. The strictest version is JAS, the Japanese Agricultural Standard. JAS requires the soil to have been free of synthetic inputs for at least three years, no synthetic pesticides or herbicides during growing, and an annual audit on the farm itself. ACO recognises it as equivalent to Australian organic standards.
For matcha specifically, organic matters more than for almost any other tea. You drink the whole leaf, ground to powder. Nothing is steeped and discarded. Whatever was sprayed on the plant ends up in the cup. That is why we chose the harder path: a single farm in Kyushu, JAS certification, and batch-by-batch testing for residues. We also pay more for it. So does our customer. Read our sourcing story →
Why we name the cultivar
Single-cultivar Okumidori, three-cultivar Everyday blend
Most matcha at retail does not tell you the cultivar. We do, because the cultivar tells you what you are drinking. Our Ceremonial is a single-cultivar matcha made from Okumidori, a late-budding Japanese variety known for low astringency, a smooth mouthfeel and a vivid green colour. Single cultivar means the cup is recognisable. The same matcha, every tin.
Our Everyday is a blend of three cultivars chosen for what each one brings: Yutakamidori for body, Yabukita for balance, Asanoka for aroma. The blend was designed to hold its flavour through milk and ice, so the cup you make at home matches what a cafe pours.
Frequently asked questions
Buying organic matcha in Australia
How is Sipspa's matcha actually organic?
Every batch is certified by the Japanese Agricultural Standard (JAS), one of the strictest organic certifications in the world. Less than 5% of Japan's tea farms hold it. We also lab test every batch for pesticides and radiation before it leaves Japan.
Where is your matcha from?
Kyushu, in southern Japan. Single origin, shade-grown on JAS-certified organic farms. Our Ceremonial is a first-harvest single-cultivar Okumidori, stone-ground at low speed. Our Everyday is a three-cultivar blend.
What is the difference between Ceremonial and Everyday matcha?
Ceremonial is made from the youngest, first-harvest leaves and a single cultivar (Okumidori). Smoother, sweeter, lower in astringency. Best traditional preparation with water, or in a delicate latte.
Everyday is a robust three-cultivar blend designed to hold its flavour in lattes, iced drinks, smoothies and baking. Bolder and fuller-bodied. Lower price per serve.
Both are JAS organic. The right one depends on how you drink it.
Is organic matcha worth the extra cost?
You drink the whole leaf with matcha, so anything sprayed on the plant ends up in the cup. Organic means no synthetic pesticides or herbicides on that leaf. For a drink you consume daily, the case is stronger here than for most teas. Our matcha costs more than supermarket alternatives because organic farms produce less per hectare, certification costs more, and batch testing is not free. The premium is real and traceable. See the evidence →
How does Sipspa's organic matcha compare to non-organic matcha?
Non-organic matcha is more common, cheaper at the bag level, and often does not name its cultivar, harvest or origin. Sipspa is JAS certified, single-origin Kyushu, single-cultivar Ceremonial (Okumidori) or named three-cultivar Everyday blend, lab tested every batch. The product story is verifiable line by line.
How should I store organic matcha at home?
Sealed, cold and out of light. The fridge is ideal once opened. Best used within four to six weeks of opening for the fullest colour and flavour. After that it does not spoil. It softens in colour and aroma over time.
For cafes and stockists
Buying for a cafe?
We supply Australian cafes with JAS organic matcha in 500g bags. Sample pack available for $25, credited against your first wholesale order.