FAQ
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OUR MATCHA
Matcha is a finely ground Japanese green tea made from shade-grown leaves, slowly stone-ground to preserve their full character.
Unlike infused teas, the entire leaf is consumed, offering a richer, more intense, and more complete experience.
Our matcha reveals unique and complex aromatic profiles, each cultivar expressing the richness of its terroir with precision.
Gokou offers delicate notes of fresh greens, nori, and jasmine, resulting in a refined and elegant cup.
Saemidori reveals more indulgent notes of toasted barley, nuts, and cream, with a rounder, more enveloping texture.
Matcha is naturally rich in antioxidants and L-theanine, an amino acid known to promote steady energy and calm, focused clarity.
It offers an alternative to coffee, without sudden spikes or energy crashes.
Our matcha is selected in Japan from family-run farms renowned for their craftsmanship.
Each one is chosen with care to ensure consistent quality, full traceability, and a true expression of the cultivar and its terroir.
Our matcha is crafted to offer a pure and faithful expression of taste.
Unlike most matcha, often made from standardized blends, we select only single cultivars, allowing the terroir and the farmer’s work to be fully expressed.
Each matcha is sourced from traceable Japanese farms, harvested in spring and slowly stone-ground to preserve its aromatic richness.
The result is a more balanced matcha, free from bitterness, and naturally rich in umami.
The price reflects a commitment to quality at every step.
Our matcha is made from the first spring harvest, shade-grown, produced in limited quantities, and slowly stone-ground, a meticulous and time-intensive process.
Working with single cultivars and family-run farms also involves more rigorous selection and smaller volumes.
We prioritize product quality and respect for craftsmanship over mass production.
Store your matcha in a cool, dry place, away from light, in an airtight container.
Once opened, we recommend enjoying it within 4 weeks to preserve its freshness, vibrant color, and aromatic depth.
We tested over 60 samples to select only exceptional matcha.
Each selection follows strict criteria: single cultivar (non-blended), vibrant green color, authentic taste, stone-ground milling, and Japanese farm origin.
PREPARATION
The ideal temperature is between 70-80°C. Boiling water can burn the matcha and alter its taste.
Use 1 to 2 teaspoons of matcha according to your preference. Start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste.
Whisk briskly in an “M” or “W” motion using a chasen, without pressing on the bottom of the bowl.The goal is to achieve a fine, light, and even foam.
Yes, you can prepare a matcha latte by replacing the water with hot milk. Start by whisking the matcha with a small amount of hot water, then add the milk. You can also add ice to enjoy it cold.
OUR COMMITMENTS
We select Japanese single cultivar matcha, sourced directly from producers, shade-grown and carefully crafted without additives, ensuring purity, traceability, and quality.
We source matchas grown without pesticides, from Japanese farms we work with directly, with traceability and responsible production in mind.
We favour limited productions, respectful of the plant's natural rhythm and the farmers' expertise.
We have chosen sober recyclable paper packaging, along with a refill system to reduce waste.
The matcha is then packed in France, in a facility committed to professional inclusion. A way of combining quality, consistency and responsibility.
We inform our customers about the origin, provenance and characteristics of each product we sell.
We take great care with every order and remain available to support you at every step.
For any questions, our team is here to assist you.
YOUR ORDER
We accept major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), as well as Apple Pay, Shop Pay, and PayPal, for a seamless and secure checkout experience.
Delivery times are 3 to 5 business days within mainland France, and 5 to 10 business days within the European Union.
Outside the EU, delivery times vary depending on your location and selected shipping method.
For more details, please refer to our Shipping Policy.
Yes, you will receive a tracking number by email which will allow you to track your package in real time.
You have 14 days from the date of delivery to exercise your right of withdrawal, in accordance with French law.
Conditions: Items must be unopened, unsealed, and returned in their original packaging. Due to the perishable nature of our products (matcha, tea), opened or consumed items cannot be returned.
Return shipping: Covered by the customer, except in the case of a defective or incorrect product.
Defective or incorrect item? Please contact us within 48 hours of delivery at hello@maisonalfalfa.com with your order number and photos. We will cover return shipping and offer a replacement, full refund, or store credit.
Refunds: Processed within 14 days of receiving the returned items, using the original payment method.
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