{"title":"Matcha Ceremony Set Page Upsell","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"matcha-whisk-set","title":"Matcha Whisk Set — Bamboo Chasen + Ceramic Chawan Gift Set","description":"\u003c!-- FD-MICROCOPY-START-2026-05-23 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5ede1; border: 1px solid #e4dcc6; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 0 0 18px; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 14.5px; line-height: 1.55; color: #2f3a2b;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1f3326;\"\u003e🎁 Father's Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the bowl, whisk, scoop, ceremonial matcha, and Lisa's first-cup card. Ships in 1 to 2 business days from Costa Mesa, CA. Order by \u003cstrong\u003eWednesday, June 17 by 2 PM PT\u003c\/strong\u003e for Father's Day Saturday landing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FD-MICROCOPY-END-2026-05-23 --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the five minutes between waking up and the first email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut Madake bamboo chasen\u003c\/strong\u003e with ~80 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-pinched ceramic chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix-week in-house tested\u003c\/strong\u003e with a panel of three baristas, two home users, and one tea ceremony instructor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bamboo whisk you'll keep for 8–12 months of daily use, paired with a bowl that earns its place on your counter. Designed and tested in California; ships from the United States in 2–3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA matcha whisk set is the minimum kit needed to prepare matcha in the traditional Japanese way. It includes a bamboo whisk (chasen) for foaming the matcha, a wide ceramic bowl (chawan) for whisking, and usually a bamboo scoop (chashaku) for measuring. Strabella's set includes the chasen and chawan; the chashaku is sold in our complete kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~80 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare instructions card — first soak, daily rinse, drying, storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhisk prong count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhisk height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~10.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-pinched stoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~350 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsucha (thin matcha), daily ritual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpected whisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use; 18–24 months weekly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBamboo: Japan · Ceramic: handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSift\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in an M or W motion for 15–20 seconds until a fine foam forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrink\u003c\/strong\u003e within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse only\u003c\/strong\u003e with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e on a chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape — sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplace\u003c\/strong\u003e when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back, typically after 8–12 months of daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a matcha whisk to make matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor traditional matcha (usucha or koicha), yes — a bamboo chasen creates the fine foam and emulsion that defines authentic matcha. A regular kitchen whisk leaves clumps and produces a watery cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a bamboo matcha whisk last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bamboo whisk lasts 8–12 months of daily use, or 18–24 months of weekly use. Replace it when prongs splay outward, stop springing back, or when 3+ prongs break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a regular kitchen whisk for matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can, but the result is noticeably worse — clumpy texture, no foam, and a watery flavor. The thin prongs of a chasen create thousands of tiny air pockets that a metal whisk cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean a bamboo matcha whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse under warm running water immediately after use, gently swishing the prongs. Never use soap, hot water, or a dishwasher. Air-dry on a chasen-naoshi holder or upright in a clean spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to soak a new bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5-minute warm-water soak before the first use gently spreads the prongs and prevents breakage during your first whisk. Skip this step and you'll likely lose 1–2 prongs in week one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Strabella\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily-built since 2023, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects, run by Lisa in Newport Beach. We test every product through six weeks of in-house use before it ships. We're not the cheapest. We're not the loudest. We're the one you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from the United States — typically 2–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree US shipping on orders over $25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day return policy on all unused items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS customer support: hello@strabella.org\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e]]\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px; padding-top: 24px; border-top: 1px solid #ebe6da;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 18px; color: #2f3a2b; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eFrom the Strabella journal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap: 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/starbucks-matcha-vs-homemade\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eStarbucks matcha vs homemade — the math\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-clean-and-use-a-matcha-whisk-complete-care-guide\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eHow to use \u0026amp; clean a matcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/matcha-whisk-vs-electric-frother-which-creates-better-tea\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBamboo whisk vs electric frother\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-beginner-matcha-kit\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBest beginner matcha kit (2026)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/why-matcha-tastes-bitter\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eWhy your matcha tastes bitter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ_ADDED_2026-05-14 --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a beginner — is this set for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The bamboo whisk plus the included sifter fix the two problems most beginners hit on day one: clumps and bitterness. Sift, water at 170°F, M-motion. That's the whole technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse with warm water after each use. Dry tines-up in the holder (never lay flat). Never dishwasher. With daily use, the chasen lasts 6–12 months before the tines wear — then replace just the whisk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for iced matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the bamboo chasen works hot or cold. For iced, whisk first in 2 oz hot water, then pour over ice and cold milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- GIFT-GUIDE-LINKS-2026-05-30 --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca id=\"gift-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 2.5rem; padding-top: 1.5rem; border-top: 1px solid #eadfc8; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-style: italic; color: #7a8c74; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.65; text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for this as a gift? Featured in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-birthday-gift\" style=\"color: #2d3b22; border-bottom: 1px solid #A88E5C; text-decoration: none; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 1px;\"\u003eBirthday Gift Guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-gift-for-her\" style=\"color: #2d3b22; border-bottom: 1px solid #A88E5C; text-decoration: none; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 1px;\"\u003eGifts for Her\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Strabella","offers":[{"title":"Pink","offer_id":47037132964055,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":48288245088471,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":47037132931287,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48288245055703,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/IMG_6023_1.jpg?v=1766907769"},{"product_id":"ceremonial-matcha-powder","title":"Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powder — Japanese Single-Origin, 54g Tin","description":"\u003c!-- FD-MICROCOPY-START-2026-05-23 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5ede1;border:1px solid #e4dcc6;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 18px;font-family:Georgia,serif;font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.55;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1f3326;\"\u003e🎁 Father's Day shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships in 1 to 2 business days from Costa Mesa, CA. Order by \u003cstrong\u003eWednesday, June 17 by 2 PM PT\u003c\/strong\u003e for Father's Day Saturday landing.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FD-MICROCOPY-END-2026-05-23 --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrabella Ceremonial Matcha Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a smooth, balanced single-origin Japanese matcha — ceremonial grade, stone-ground to a velvety powder. Made for the daily ritual: bright, gently sweet, naturally umami, and never bitter. Whisk it hot for a traditional bowl, or shake it cold for a smooth iced matcha latte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach tin contains 1.9 oz (54 g) — about 27 servings. Sealed for freshness, ships from California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:32px 0 12px;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 16px;padding-left:22px;color:#3a4537;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeremonial grade.\u003c\/strong\u003e First-harvest leaves, shade-grown, finely milled for a refined cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle origin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from one region in Japan for consistent flavor and traceability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese matcha green tea powder, stone-ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth \u0026amp; balanced.\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally sweet umami, no bitter aftertaste, no grit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile.\u003c\/strong\u003e Works for traditional whisking, lattes, iced matcha, and baking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:32px 0 12px;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eHow to prepare the perfect matcha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin:0 0 16px;padding-left:22px;color:#3a4537;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScoop.\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 teaspoon (about 2 g) of matcha into a bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSift.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a wire sifter to break up any clumps for a silky finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 2–3 oz of hot water (160–175°F \/ 70–80°C) and whisk briskly in an M motion until frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sip straight, or top with steamed milk for a smooth matcha latte. For iced: pour over ice with cold milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:32px 0 12px;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 16px;padding-left:22px;color:#3a4537;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese matcha green tea powder (Camellia sinensis), single-origin Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e (shade-grown green tea leaves)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceremonial\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single origin, Japan (Uji region)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9 oz \/ 54 g (about 27 servings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 tsp (≈ 2 g) per cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories per serving:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool, dry place, away from light and moisture. Once opened, best within 3 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from:\u003c\/strong\u003e California, USA. Packaged for Strabella Home \u0026amp; Kitchen, Costa Mesa, CA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:32px 0 12px;font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin:8px 0;padding:12px 0;border-top:1px solid #d8e0cf;color:#3a4537;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eIs this real ceremonial-grade matcha?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eYes. Sourced from Japan, shade-grown, first-harvest leaves stone-ground to a fine powder. Vibrant jade green, smooth taste, no bitter aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin:8px 0;padding:12px 0;border-top:1px solid #d8e0cf;color:#3a4537;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eWill it taste bitter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eNot if you use the right water temperature. Boiling water scorches matcha and makes it bitter. Use 160–175°F (70–80°C) and you'll get a naturally sweet, balanced cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin:8px 0;padding:12px 0;border-top:1px solid #d8e0cf;color:#3a4537;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eCan I make a cafe-style iced matcha with it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eYes — that's our favorite way to drink it in summer. Whisk with 2 oz hot water until smooth, pour over a glass of ice and cold oat or whole milk. Smooth latte, no clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin:8px 0;padding:12px 0;border-top:1px solid #d8e0cf;color:#3a4537;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eHow long will the tin last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eAbout 27 servings at 1 tsp (2 g) per cup — roughly a month for a daily drinker, or two months for a few-times-a-week ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin:8px 0;padding:12px 0;border-top:1px solid #d8e0cf;border-bottom:1px solid #d8e0cf;color:#3a4537;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:#2f3a2b;\"\u003eDo you ship from the US?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eYes. Shipped from our California warehouse, usually within one business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:32px 0 0;font-size:13px;color:#7a8c74;font-style:italic;text-align:center;\"\u003eStrabella Home \u0026amp; Kitchen — Newport Beach, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- GIFT-GUIDE-LINKS-2026-05-30 --\u003e\u003ca id=\"gift-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2.5rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #eadfc8;font-family:Georgia,serif;font-style:italic;color:#7A8C74;font-size:0.95rem;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\"\u003eLooking for this as a gift? Featured in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-birthday-gift\" style=\"color:#2D3B22;border-bottom:1px solid #A88E5C;text-decoration:none;font-style:italic;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eBirthday Gift Guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-gift-for-her\" style=\"color:#2D3B22;border-bottom:1px solid #A88E5C;text-decoration:none;font-style:italic;padding-bottom:1px;\"\u003eGifts for Her\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Strabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48611797696727,"sku":"RST0CEMA","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/1778775808449-generated-label-image-0.jpg?v=1778775840"},{"product_id":"matcha-sifter-storage-tin-304-stainless-steel-40-mesh-sieve","title":"Matcha Sifter \u0026 Storage Tin — 304 Stainless Steel, 40-Mesh Sieve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis matcha sifter and storage tin does two jobs in one piece of 304 stainless steel: it sifts clumps out of your matcha and stores the rest airtight. The 40-mesh fine mesh sifter and 3 stainless steel agitator beads break powder down before it reaches your bowl — a light shake is all it takes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClumpy, bitter matcha is almost always a sifting problem, not a whisking one. Keeping the sieve and the tin together means you sift every time without hunting for a separate strainer — and the same tin keeps coffee, sugar, or spice fresh between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e304 food-grade stainless steel canister — 300ml, holds up to 170g matcha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40-mesh fine mesh sifter for clump-free powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 stainless steel agitator beads — break up clumps with a gentle shake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirtight lid keeps matcha, coffee, or spice fresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed silver finish, wipe-clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the canister with matcha. Place powder in the sifter, hold it over your bowl, and shake gently — the agitator beads push fine powder through the mesh. Seal the rest in the canister until next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe dry after use and keep the sieve free of trapped powder; do not soak the mesh for long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it really stop clumps?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 40-mesh sieve and 3 agitator beads break powder fine enough to whisk smooth, which is the usual fix for clumpy matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for coffee or spice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the same tin and sieve work for fine coffee, powdered sugar, cocoa, and ground spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it airtight for storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lid seals to keep matcha away from air and moisture between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/matcha-sets-tools\"\u003ematcha sets and tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSourced and finished for Strabella Home \u0026amp; Kitchen, packed in our Newport Beach, California studio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strabella Home \u0026 Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48790242918615,"sku":"STRB-MATCHA-SIFTER","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/strabella-matcha-sifter-storage-set.png?v=1781587993"},{"product_id":"ru-kiln-crackle-ceramic-tea-caddy-fitted-lid","title":"Ru Kiln Crackle Ceramic Tea Caddy — Fitted Lid, 200ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a tea caddy — a small ceramic jar for keeping the tea you drink daily close and fresh. The Ru-kiln crackle glaze forms in firing so no two pieces are exactly alike, and the fitted lid with its antique-style metal ring knob keeps loose-leaf tea away from air and light between uses. The decorative hanging plaque is a nod to traditional tea culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is intentional. A caddy that holds only what you drink in one to two weeks means the tea in it stays fresh. A half-empty large container does the opposite: more air, faster fade. At 200ml, this holds about 20–40g of loose-leaf tea depending on leaf density — exactly the right range for a daily habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will also hold a small amount of matcha powder, dried herbs, coffee beans, or anything else you want to keep close and sealed. But it is designed and sized for loose-leaf tea first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRu-kiln crackle-glaze ceramic body — each piece has a unique crackle pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted lid with antique-style metal ring knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative hanging plaque — traditional tea culture detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: ~200ml (holds 20–40g loose-leaf tea)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 7.6 cm diameter × 9.3 cm tall (2.99 × 3.66 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in Cream and Ru Kiln Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill with one tea at a time, press the lid closed, and keep it out of direct sun. Refill as you finish — the goal is to keep it full enough that there is not much empty air above the tea. Works for loose-leaf green, white, oolong, black, or herbal. Also holds a 30g bag of matcha powder with room to spare, though for matcha an airtight tin is preferable for long-term freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe clean and hand wash only. The crackle glaze is decorative and best kept away from harsh scrubbing or dishwashers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a matcha tin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is primarily a tea caddy for loose-leaf tea. It will hold a standard 30g packet of matcha powder, but its larger capacity and ceramic construction make it better suited to loose-leaf. For matcha storage, a dedicated airtight tin keeps powder fresher longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much tea does it hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 200ml of volume — roughly 20–40g of loose-leaf tea depending on how tightly the leaves are rolled. That is a week to two weeks of daily brewing for most people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the glaze cracked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crackle is a traditional Ru-kiln finish that forms naturally during firing. It is intentional and unique to each piece — no two look the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the lid airtight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fitted lid sits snugly and keeps tea away from air and light during normal use. For long-term storage or matcha powder, a silicone-sealed tin is more airtight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kitchen-storage\"\u003ekitchen storage collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSourced and finished for Strabella Home \u0026amp; Kitchen, packed in our Newport Beach, California studio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strabella Home \u0026 Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Cream","offer_id":48790243016919,"sku":"STRB-RUKILN-CADDY-CREAM","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48790243049687,"sku":"STRB-RUKILN-CADDY-BLUE","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/strabella-ru-kiln-tea-caddy-both-colors.png?v=1781590007"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.strabellahome.com\/collections\/ceremony-upsell.oembed","provider":"Strabella Home \u0026 Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}