Ingredient Grade 40g Matcha is a good source of dietary fiber and contains vitamins A, B-complex, C, E, and K. It is also rich in antioxidants, particularly catechin polyphenols such as EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate). Antioxidants promote health by combating cell-damaging free radicals. When you drink matcha, you consume the entire tea leaf, which is why one cup of matcha is equivalent to about ten cups of regular green tea. Additionally, matcha is rich in L-Theanine, a rare amino acid that provides balanced and sustained energy while promoting a calm, relaxed, and alert state of mind. What is ingredient-grade matcha? Ingredient grade matcha is made from the same plants as premium grade; the difference is which leaves are used and the process of grinding it into a powder. With ingredient grade, the leaves used are found below the top leaf and bud set of the tea plant. These lower leaves are a little older and less delicate; their stems are not removed when ground into powder, unlike those of premium grade. The taste is less complex and bolder, holding up well to other ingredients, hence the name. It is ideal for cooking and making drinks with. It complements both savory and sweet recipes. Matcha is finely powdered green tea Matcha is now a common ingredient in sweets Matcha has become an integral part of lattes, iced drinks, milkshakes, and smoothies. Brand: Ujinotsuyu Kyoto has held the reputation as the birthplace of high-quality tea. The plant is flourishing especially in Uji, which is located in the south of Kyoto, for the reasons below."Rich nature and environment suited to the cultivation." There are two rivers running through, the Kizu River and the Uji River, and morning mist comes up from both rivers, giving enough moisture to the tea trees. And the property in Uji, surrounded by many mountains, is suitable for the growing of tea." Tradition rooted in this area" Until the Kamakura Era, Kyoto was the center of everything: culture, academy, art, architecture, economy, and politics. And the way of tea had been formed and sharpened, and refined by many great pioneers like Eisai or Senno-Rikyu(Tea Master), and its style and thought still remain as part of Japanese tradition. Ujinotsuyuseicha Co., Ltd. is a Uji-based manufacturer, aiming to spread our tradition of tea all over the world. The Listing is for one (1) Authentic Premium Ujinotsuyu Matcha Hagoromo Green Tea Powder - Japan,40g can. Free Shipping !!!