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Meet The Founder: Yaya
Hello and welcome to the Matchya universe, a tea dream birthed in my mum’s beautiful back garden in Edinburgh on a sunny spring afternoon.
My name is Yaya, and I have been a matcha lover since I can remember.
With the recent matcha boom, global demand has surged by 300% since 2019 and I noticed less and less faces like mine shaping the industry.
In 2025 I took it upon myself to source the best quality matcha I could find. This led me to create Matchya, which prides itself on quality, transparency, education and creating community.
As both a lifelong matcha lover and a doctor, I know firsthand how powerful this ancient superfood truly is - and trust me, it’s no joke! Matchya is 100% organic, pesticide-free, and made from the very first harvest leaves, meaning it’s naturally bursting with nutrients, antioxidants, and rich, vibrant flavor.
But Matchya is more than just a drink. It’s your little daily luxury, a moment of calm, a mindful ritual — the perfect way to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.
I hope every sip brings you as much joy and peace as it does for me.
With love,
Yaya
Founder & CEO, Matchya LTD
About Matchya Tea
Matchya is proudly grown and harvested with traditional Japanese methods in Hangzhou, China - known by locals as 'heaven on earth' for its stunning natural beauty - where the tea history dates back over 1500 years.
This ties together the origins of matcha (from the Chinese Tang Dynasty 7-10th centuries) with the development and cultivation of matcha which originated since it was brought to Japan by Buddhist monk Eisai in 1191 - which is how we know and love matcha to this day.
Matchya is first harvest, 6A grade (highest grade), organic, pesticide free and is ordered in small batches. Our matcha is shade grown for 4 months prior to harvesting to maximise the concentration of chlorophyll and antioxidants such as L-theanine and EGCG, leading to a greater umami flavour, less bitterness and bringing out the vibrant green colour.
Our 6A Matchya forms a neon green colour which is reflective of the first-harvest quality - only the youngest and most tender leaves from each plant are harvested.
These leaves are then gently steamed to retain their colour, and then slowly stone milled - you won't get any grittiness with Matchya.
With the global matcha shortage placing an incredible amount of strain on small Japanese farms, we are responsibly sourced and produced in small batches to avoid adding to the shortage and production strain, while maintaining traditional methods and quality.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the return policy?
Our goal is for every customer to be totally satisfied with their purchase. If this isn’t the case, let us know within 14 days of receiving your package and we’ll do our best to work with you to make it right.
We offer full refunds on un-opened products within this return window.
The buyer must take responsibility for return shipping.
Do you do bulk orders/supply cafes or shops?
Yes we can! We have wholesale prices.
Please contact us via our contact form or shoot over an email to info@matchyatea.com with your request and quantities needed.
We will get back to you in 3-5 business days
What makes Matchya premium?
Our Matchya is a small batch, 6A grade (highest grade) matcha which is completely organic and is made with the traditional Japanese methods of shade growing for 4 weeks, slow gentle steaming and stone grinding. These methods take time and is different to mass produced matcha, which is less green, grittier, more bitter and contains less nutrients.
By following these steps, Matchya achieves a bright neon green colour and naturally sweet umami taste, which signifies that the leaves harvested are the youngest, first-harvest, tender shoots on the plant. They are the most potent in chlorophyll and antioxidants and the quality is impossible to replicate with rushed, mass produced orders.
Does Matchya contain caffeine?
The typical serving size of matcha is 1-2g, with 2g of Matchya being approximately 60-70mg of caffeine, which is roughly equivalent to the caffeine in one espresso shot.
The recommended daily maximum for caffeine is 300-400mg of caffeine, which would be around 10g of Matchya.
The caffeine that Matchya offers is slow release and longer lasting - after all this is what Zen Buddhists traditionally drank to help them focus and meditate for long periods of time!
Caffeine from Matchya does not lead to a caffeine crash later on in the day, nor does it lead to the same jitters as coffee does - leaving you focused for longer!
Is Matchya gluten free or vegan?
Yes! Matchya is gluten free and suitable for vegans !
Is Matchya lab tested for heavy metals and pesticides?
Our Matchya is third party lab tested by Eurofins and is certified to be free of heavy metals and pesticides.
We are 100% organic!
Are any purchases final sale?
We are unable to refund orders that have been opened as they cannot be re-sold.
When will I get my order?
We will work quickly to ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
Due to Matchya being a small business with small batch orders - dispatching may take between 5-7 business days however we aim to ship between 3-5 business days from the order date.
Please be patient with us!
How should I store my Matchya/what is your shelf life?
Please store your Matchya in an air tight container away from sun and heat. Once opened please consume within 30 days.
The shelf life if unopened and stored correctly is 2 years - please see the bottom of your tin for the use by date.
Where are your products manufactured?
Our Matchya is organically grown and harvested using traditional Japanese matcha growing methods on a tea farm in Hangzhou, China. Our merchandise are small batch orders from our suppliers in China.
Labelling and shipping packaging produced in the UK.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. We offer free shipping on orders over £50.
You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.
International buyers are responsible for any customs or handling fees that may be incurred when importing goods from the UK.