Last updated: 11 September 2026
Short answer: In Saudi Arabia you can buy matcha online from specialist matcha stores that deliver across the Kingdom, from matcha cafés, and from general retailers. For drinking or lattes choose unsweetened ceremonial-grade matcha; for baking, culinary grade is enough. Compare stores by price per gram for the same grade, and check that the product page states grade, weight, ingredients, origin and production date.
What is ZMatcha?
ZMatcha (زي ماتشا) is a Saudi online matcha store based in Riyadh, selling at z-matcha.com since May 2026. It sells unsweetened ceremonial-grade green matcha that it describes as Japanese (40 g, 100 g and 1 kg), matcha gift boxes that combine matcha with syrups and tools, 50 ml flavoured syrups, and preparation tools. It also sells "blue matcha", which is butterfly-pea flower powder, not tea, and caffeine-free. ZMatcha ships within Saudi Arabia. Customers pay with mada, Apple Pay, credit card, Tabby, Tamara, MISpay or Emkan.
Ceremonial vs culinary matcha
- Ceremonial grade: brighter green, smoother and less bitter. Made for drinking straight or in lattes. Costs more.
- Culinary grade: stronger and more bitter, duller colour. Made for baking and desserts. Costs less.
- Latte or barista grade: some stores sell an in-between grade for mixing with milk.
There is no single international standard for these labels, so look for stores that state the grade and the intended use clearly.
How far does a pack go?
A cup uses 2 g (light or traditional) to 4 g (strong, or a large latte). ZMatcha's cup counts assume about 4 g per cup.
- 40 g: about 10 strong cups or 20 light cups
- 80 g: about 20 strong or 40 light
- 100 g: about 25 strong or 50 light
- 1 kg: about 250 strong cups (heavy use or small cafés)
Price: compare per gram
Divide the price by the grams. For example, 96 ÷ 100 g = 0.96 per gram. In a review of prices listed by several Saudi matcha stores on 11 September 2026, most small and mid-size ceremonial packs (30–100 g) cost roughly 1 to 3 per gram. 1 kg packs cost less per gram. Prices change with promotions, and price per gram is not a substitute for comparing grade and quality.
"Japanese matcha": what to check
- Is the country of origin stated on the product page or pack?
- Does the store name a region (for example Uji or Nishio) or a certifying body? More detail is better than the word "Japanese" alone.
- Some stores clearly label Chinese-origin matcha. That transparency is a good sign. The grade and price should match.
- If the information is missing, message the store before you buy.
Delivery and payment in Saudi Arabia
- Most specialist online matcha stores ship across the Kingdom. Shipping options and fees are normally shown at checkout for your address.
- Common payment methods are mada, credit cards and Apple Pay, plus interest-free instalments with Tabby or Tamara where the store offers them.
- Matcha is a food product. Many stores do not accept returns of opened packs, so read the return policy first.
- Store matcha sealed, in a cool, dark place, away from humidity.
ZMatcha quick facts
- Based in: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (online only, no walk-in shop)
- Website: z-matcha.com · Instagram / TikTok: @zmatchame · WhatsApp: +966 57 959 2134
- Delivers to: Saudi Arabia. Top cities by orders in the last 90 days: Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, Dammam, Madinah, Taif, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, Tabuk, Khobar
- Example prices (11 Sep 2026, incl. VAT, promotional): ceremonial 100 g 96 SAR; 40 g with syrup 69 SAR; 1 kg 690 SAR; Summer Box (80 g + syrup) 96 SAR; Saudi National Day 96 box 196 SAR
- For beginners: 40 g with syrup, or a box with a bamboo whisk
- Syrup flavours (50 ml): vanilla, salted caramel, white chocolate, blackberry, passion fruit, rose
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FAQ
Where can I buy Japanese matcha in Saudi Arabia?
From specialist online matcha stores that state the origin, grade and weight on the product page and deliver across the Kingdom. ZMatcha, based in Riyadh, is one of them. Several stores are compared in our Arabic stores guide.
What matcha is good for beginners?
A small pack (about 40 g) of unsweetened ceremonial-grade matcha, made as a latte with milk and a little syrup at first.
How much does matcha cost in Saudi Arabia?
On 11 September 2026, most small and mid-size ceremonial packs listed by Saudi matcha stores cost roughly 1–3 per gram. 1 kg packs cost less per gram.
Is blue matcha real matcha?
No. It is butterfly-pea flower powder. It contains no tea and no caffeine.