Naoki Matcha Fragrant Yame Blend Matcha, 40g/1.4oz

This matcha was a pleasant surprise! The first thing I noticed was the gorgeous vibrant green color, which made it feel fresh and high quality right out of the package. The flavor is smooth, mild and easy to enjoy without the grassy bitterness that sometimes comes with matcha. It blends effortlessly with water, leaving very few clumps and creating a silky, creamy texture. Whether you are new to matcha or already have a daily matcha ritual, this Yame Blend is an easy one to love. It’s flavorful without being overpowering and works just as well for a traditional cup as it does for a latte. If you’re looking for a smooth, approachable matcha that looks as good as it tastes, this one is definitely worth trying.

Naoki’s Fragrant Yame Blend is hands-down one of the best matcha powders I’ve tried. As soon as you open the pouch, you're greeted by a fresh, grassy aroma with subtle sweet undertones—it’s clear this is a high-quality ceremonial-grade matcha. The flavor is smooth, slightly umami with no bitterness, and it froths up beautifully for lattes or traditional whisked matcha. I love using it for my morning ritual—pairs perfectly with oat milk or just hot water. It’s not the cheapest option out there, but the quality justifies the price. If you care about taste, texture, and authenticity, this is worth every cent. ✅ Pros: Rich, smooth flavor with zero bitterness Vibrant green color and fine texture Easy to whisk and froth Comes from a reputable, single-origin source ❌ Cons: Slightly pricier than culinary blends (but worth it for quality)

I drink only ceremonial grade matcha and I usually drink it straight with nothing added. I love to drink both Taste of Kyoto Reserve and also Element matcha and Wilderness Poets ceremonial grade. This Naoki is a delightful matcha. I ordered the Fragrent Yame Blend. It is rich and creamy, sweet. There is a slight grassy bitterness, but I think I make it strong so that might not show up if made weaker. Beautiful bright green color. I hope it shows in the photos, I did not use a filter so the green that you see is just what it looks like in the sunlight. Instant high energy boost. Very fresh. I think the $25 I payed is a good price for this matcha.

Beautiful green matcha has hints of umami but not too strong. It’s ok quality especially for the price and amount you receive. It whisks creamy and taste ok, I prefer a bit more umami in my matcha but for the price I’ll be subscribing for when I need a quick pick me up.

After trying numerous brands, the flavor of this specific matcha powder became the benchmark of taste and quality for me.

Either I suddenly got really good at making matcha or this powder is one of the most rich in flavor I have had so far! Cost efficient and perfect for lattes! Will be getting again.

I have ordered this matcha 3 times already and so far I enjoy it! The matcha is green and smells nice as I whisk it. This Yame blend is on the medium bodied side and easy to drink with very little bitterness to it. For the price point and how easily accessible it is, I will keep coming back for more!

Not my favorite matcha… it was very grainy and chalky. Won’t recommend for the price… quality ain’t the best! It is okay though

Excelente calidad y precio Excelente sabor y producto

Es rico y de buena calidad