This level of matcha is meant for uses such as large scale baking, or smoothies and other drinks where the color is not as important. The matcha flavor is bitter which helps it stand out against other flavors vs high grade matcha which generally becomes overwhelmed unless a large amount is used. Please contact us for procurement Naturally Grown Label The "Naturally Grown" series are products chosen by Yunomi Tea Merchant Ian that have been verified to be grown without use of pesticides / synthetic fertilizers. Products may also be certified organic according to the Japanese JAS standard upon request for wholesale clients in Japan, and wholesale clients in other countries who have the proper qualifications to import and resell the product as organic Premium Barista Grade Standard Barista Grade K1 - Culinary Grade K2 - Culinary Grade K3 - Culinary Grade Note: packaging may change from time to time. Learn more about how Yunomi grades matcha Yunomi Evaluation - 34/100 Based on our own tasting, this product has the following profile. However, tastings are not conducted side by side, and different water, ambient temperature, etc. may affect the outcome. Please use this profile as a simple guide. Note that the evaluation is based on a 100/100 rating for the very best of the best of ceremonial matcha, and not on the use of this product as an ingredient in baking. Umami: 5/20 (20 being the richest umami) Creaminess: 5/20 (20 being the creamiest) Lack of Astringency: 7/20 (20 being least astringent) Lack of Bitterness: 7/20 (20 being least bitter) Texture: 5/10 (10 being the smoothest grinding) Color: 5/10 (10 having the greenest, most vibrant color) Product Info Ingredients: Green tea Region: We source from Kagoshima, Kyoto, Nishio, Mie, and Shizuoka, Japan. Harvest: Spring Notes: All tea leaves are used were grown without pesticides but were not necessarily certified as organic Recipe Recipe for Matcha An Butter (抹茶あんバター)