isshiki matcha Yabukita single cultivar matcha powder

isshiki matcha at Madeline's

isshiki matcha is a matcha brand born in New York City's East Village and rooted in Uji, Kyoto, the historic heart of Japanese tea. The name Isshiki means one color in Japanese, a nod to the purity of good matcha. It was founded by Angel Zheng, who previously ran the Moko and Shiso omakase sushi bars in New York.

The tea is sourced from a multi-generation farm in Uji and crafted by an artisan whose family has made matcha for generations, with leaves hand-picked to limit oxidation. The lineup is organized by cultivar: a Yabukita single cultivar that is shade-grown and stone-ground for a smooth texture, a ceremonial-grade Samidori single cultivar from the first flush of spring with a creamy, umami-rich character, and a roasted Hojicha blend that is warm, toasty, and low in caffeine.

Alongside the tea, isshiki carries the tools to prepare it: a traditional bamboo whisk (chasen) carved from a single piece of bamboo, and a handcrafted heart-shaped matcha bowl thrown by hand in New York City with ceramic artist Marina Caspe, so no two are exactly alike.

isshiki matcha products at Madeline's

Every item below is live and in stock at Madeline's. Click any product to see full details, weights, and ordering.

  • isshiki matcha Yabukita single cultivar matcha powder

    Yabukita Single Cultivar Matcha Powder ($39.95). A single-cultivar matcha made from Yabukita leaves, one of Japan's most popular tea cultivars. Shade-grown before harvest and stone-ground for a smooth, silky texture.

  • isshiki matcha Samidori single cultivar ceremonial matcha

    Samidori Single Cultivar Matcha ($49). A ceremonial-grade, single-cultivar matcha from the tea fields of Uji, Japan, handpicked from the first flush of spring. Vibrant green with a creamy, umami-rich character, made to be whisked with water.

  • isshiki matcha Hojicha blend roasted green tea powder

    Hojicha Blend Matcha ($22). A roasted Japanese green tea powder with a warm, toasty, caramel-like flavor and low caffeine, with smoky, nutty notes. Good any time of day, hot, iced, or as a latte.

  • isshiki matcha traditional bamboo whisk chasen

    Traditional Bamboo Whisk ($22). A chasen, the traditional Japanese matcha whisk, hand carved from a single piece of bamboo to blend matcha powder and hot water into a smooth, frothy cup.

  • isshiki matcha handcrafted heart-shaped chawan bowl

    Handcrafted Heart-Shaped Matcha Bowl ($99). A hand-thrown chawan made in New York City in collaboration with ceramic artist Marina Caspe. Each bowl is shaped, glazed, and finished by hand, so no two are exactly alike.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy isshiki matcha?

You can buy isshiki matcha online at Madeline's (madelines.co), which carries the Yabukita and Samidori single-cultivar matcha, a Hojicha blend, a bamboo whisk, and a handcrafted matcha bowl. The products listed above are live and in stock.

What is isshiki matcha known for?

isshiki matcha is a New York City matcha brand rooted in Uji, Kyoto, known for single-cultivar and ceremonial-grade matcha sourced from a multi-generation farm in Japan. The name Isshiki means one color, a reference to the purity of matcha.

What is the difference between the Yabukita and Samidori matcha?

Both are single-cultivar matcha from Uji. The Yabukita is shade-grown and stone-ground for a smooth, everyday cup, while the Samidori is ceremonial-grade, picked from the first flush of spring, with a creamier, more umami-rich character. The Hojicha is a roasted, low-caffeine option.

How do I prepare matcha?

Whisk about a teaspoon of matcha with a little hot (not boiling) water using a bamboo whisk until smooth and frothy, then add more water or milk. isshiki sells a traditional bamboo whisk and a handcrafted bowl for exactly this.

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