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If you’ve had trouble finding your favorite matcha lately, you're not imagining things — the 2025 matcha shortage is real. At Mizuba, we believe education is a core part of...
Japanese green teas are defined by how the leaves are grown and processed. Sencha is steamed after harvest. Gyokuro is shade-grown before harvest, then steamed. Matcha is also steamed and...
If you have spent any time shopping for matcha, you have almost certainly encountered the phrase "ceremonial grade." It appears on tins, in product descriptions, and across social media, often...
Discover Okumidori matcha from Shizuoka, Japan—a single-cultivar gem with velvety texture, balanced umami, and a grounding finish. Learn why this savory matcha is perfect for traditional tea, koicha, and daily...
If you’re curious about matcha but don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place. At Mizuba Tea Co., we’ve spent over a decade sourcing matcha directly from our...
Our 100g organic matcha has a brand new look!
Here is an overview of some of Japan's most beloved ceramic styles and where they come from!
If you’ve had trouble finding your favorite matcha lately, you're not imagining things — the 2025 matcha shortage is real. At Mizuba, we believe education is a core part of...
Ever wondered why hojicha appears as hōjicha, hojicha, and houjicha? The variation comes from different romanization methods of the Japanese word ほうじ茶. While all three spellings refer to the same delicious roasted...
As with all processes in crafting Japanese green tea, harvesting tea leaves is an intricate skill that takes years to master. Much of the year is dedicated to the elaborate...
Entertaining with tea is a fun way to explore different flavor profiles and introduce friends and family to the art and beauty of Japanese green tea. A cup of heritage...
We've all heard of the countless benefits of drinking Japanese green tea. But today we're getting down to the science of the incredible antioxidants that make up about a quarter...
新茶 Shincha, also known as "new tea" or "first flush tea," holds a significant place in Japanese tea culture. It refers to the very first harvest of young...
You’re sitting outside on your deck, enjoying a Matcha Moment as the first signs of spring are starting to peek through. Flowers are budding. Birds are chirping. And then you...
By Mariah Bourne Taking a moment to stop and admire the flowers is one of the most beautiful parts of spring. Appreciating springtime is common all over the world, but...
By Mariah Bourne + Lauren Danson Brewing fukamushicha in a red Tokoname kyusu As soon as the tea leaf is plucked from the plant, every step of tea processing is...
By Mariah Bourne & Lauren Danson You've just brewed the last of your sencha, and your next order won't be in until tomorrow. Then the question arises – can you...
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