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From the strong, robust flavors and spiced teas to delicately flavored ones,\u003cstrong\u003e find the perfect taste\u003c\/strong\u003e to match your liking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith this loose tea leaves sampler travel pouch or box, you’ll get to taste our 14 varieties of tea \u003c\/span\u003e(2 in tea bags and 12 Loose-Leaf). You will receive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGanesha Green\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ganesha Green is a fine pluck, medium-bodied with prominent marine flavors, such as kelp and seaweed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Kanchanjangha Verd\u003c\/strong\u003ee - Our premium green tea that undergoes minimal oxidation in tea processing. It helps in retaining the plant's natural appearance and color. It also preserves the healthy properties of the plant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Yeti\u003c\/strong\u003e - For the more discerning tea drinker, a subtle and smooth tea with hints of floral aromas and flavors that linger long after the cup has finished. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Prakash\u003c\/strong\u003e - The superior quality white tea prepared by Kanchanjangha Tea Estate (KTE). White Tea is considered the healthiest of all teas. This is primarily because it is made from the baby plant only at a special time in the spring and undergoes virtually no processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKanchanjangha Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e - A distinct brisk flavor with a deep and vibrant reddish-brown infusion. The high elevation of the tea bushes results in a fresh fruity\/ flowery aroma with hints of caramel. The malty flavors and taste notes such as raisins and dark chocolate are prominent in all flushes of KTE black tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKumari Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e - A medium to full-bodied tea with caramel, and baked fruit flavors, and a long-lasting finish. Bright golden liquor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShangri-La Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA stylish and spicy full-bodied tea with biscuity aromas and smooth tannins. 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Experience the color of CTC, and flavors of Orthodox with the ‘zing’ of the home-made spice mix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathmandu Cosmos\u003c\/strong\u003e - Our special spiced chai is an Ayurvedic blend of our finest golden-tip tea with a flavorful homemade spice mix. A sweet and spicy heritage!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLemongrass - \u003c\/strong\u003eOrganic Lemongrass tea features bright and fragrant notes of lemon and completes your palate with a clean finish. One can also use the lemongrass while cooking to add a tangy hint!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Milk - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe turmeric in the Organic Golden milk allows a fragrant spice to shine, while notes of cinnamon balances the spices with a mild, delicate sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKathmandu Cosmos Herbal\u003c\/strong\u003e - Our special spiced chai is an Ayurvedic blend of our flavorful homemade spice mix. A sweet and spicy heritage without any caffeine!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMystique Mélange\u003c\/strong\u003e - A magical green tea blend of our green tea leaves with warm species and notes of fresh citrus, Mystique Melange offers a warm, fruity, and floral taste. 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Everything you need, nothing you don't.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut Madake bamboo chasen\u003c\/strong\u003e with ~100 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-pinched ceramic chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \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 \u003c\/ul\u003e \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; orders placed by 1 PM PST ship within 1 business day from our California warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/h3\u003e \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 7-piece set includes the chasen, chawan, bamboo scoop (chashaku), whisk holder, sifter, and tea mat — everything you need to start.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box — 7 pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~100 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Whisk holder (chasen-naoshi) — keeps the prongs in shape between uses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo scoop (chashaku) — measures the perfect 1.5g serving\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Stainless sifter — removes clumps for a smooth, lump-free bowl\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Tea mat — protects your counter while you whisk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsage booklet + how-to-make-better-matcha guide — care, soak, and W-motion technique\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk prong count\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~100\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk height\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~10.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHand-pinched stoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl diameter\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl capacity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~350 ml\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUsucha (thin matcha), daily ritual\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eExpected whisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use; 18–24 months weekly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBamboo: Japan · Ceramic: handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSift\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \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 \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrink\u003c\/strong\u003e within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRinse only\u003c\/strong\u003e with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e on the included chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \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 \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \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 \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 \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 \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 \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 \u003ch3\u003eWhy Strabella\u003c\/h3\u003e \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 \u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShips from the United States — within 1 business day for orders placed by 1 PM PST\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFree US shipping on orders over $25\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e30-day return policy on all unused items\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUS customer support: hello@strabella.org\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px; padding-top: 24px; border-top: 1px solid #ebe6da;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 18px; color: #2f3a2b; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eFrom the Strabella journal\u003c\/h3\u003e \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 \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 \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 \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 \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 \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 \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a beginner — is this set for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \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 \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \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 8–12 months before the tines wear — then replace just the whisk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for iced matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \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 \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur set has seven pieces: a bamboo whisk (chasen), a ceramic bowl (chawan), a whisk holder, a bamboo scoop, a stainless sifter, a tea mat, and a how-to guide. Most matcha bowl set listings online stop at the whisk and bowl. We add the sifter because it is the piece that keeps a beginner's first cup from clumping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need both a matcha bowl and a whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor traditional matcha, yes. The bamboo whisk aerates the powder into a smooth cup, and the wide bowl gives the whisk room to move in a W-motion. A narrow mug crowds the whisk and leaves the matcha uneven, which is why a matched matcha bowl whisk pairing works better than improvising with what is in the cupboard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do you need to make matcha at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour things: a bamboo whisk, a wide ceramic bowl, a sifter to break up clumps, and a ceremonial-grade matcha powder. Warm water at about 175°F finishes it. This set covers the tools in one box, so the only thing you add is the powder and the water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003c!-- SB-GEO-FAQ-2026-07-08 --\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many prongs does this matcha whisk have, and is 100 prongs right for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur chasen is hand-cut from Madake bamboo with roughly 100 prongs, the count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha, or thin matcha. Fewer prongs, around 60 to 80, suit thicker koicha; more than 100 mainly adds fragility. For a first whisk used for everyday bowls and lattes, 100 prongs is the practical middle choice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatcha whisk vs electric frother — which makes better matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn electric frother makes an acceptable latte, but it whips larger bubbles and can leave sediment at the bottom of the cup. A bamboo chasen's roughly 100 thin prongs create a finer, longer-lasting microfoam and fully suspend the powder. For straight usucha the chasen wins clearly; for milky iced drinks the gap narrows. Our comparison guide tests both.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a good matcha whisk set cost?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eWell-made sets generally run $40 to $80. Below about $30 you usually get machine-cut whisks that shed prongs within weeks. Our seven-piece set is $55 and includes the chasen, ceramic bowl, whisk holder, bamboo scoop, stainless sifter, tea mat, and a how-to guide, and it holds a 4.6-star average across 51 customer reviews.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a matcha whisk set a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt is one of our most-gifted products. The set arrives complete — seven pieces, nothing else to buy except the matcha powder itself — at a $55 price point, and a 4.6-star average across 51 reviews makes it a safe pick for someone you cannot quiz beforehand. Gift wrap and a handwritten card are available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou can order this set directly from strabellahome.com. It ships from our California warehouse, usually within one business day, with free US shipping on orders over $25 and a 30-day return policy on unused items. We are a small family-run studio in Newport Beach, California, not a marketplace reseller, so questions reach a real person.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the bamboo whisk made in Japan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe chasen is cut from Japanese Madake bamboo, Phyllostachys bambusoides. The ceramic chawan is hand-pinched stoneware, and the full set is assembled and tested by us in California before it ships. We list the origin of each component in the specifications table rather than making one blanket made-in-Japan claim for the whole box.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace just the whisk when it wears out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes. A bamboo chasen is a wear item — expect 8 to 12 months of daily use before the tines splay — and we sell the hand-cut Madake whisk on its own, so you never rebuy the bowl, holder, scoop, or sifter. Storing it tines-up on the included whisk holder extends its working life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca id=\"gift-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\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? 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