
The Specialty Matcha Podcast is hosted by Ryan Ahn and Zongjun Li, cofounders of Sanko Matcha Products. We discuss the growth in popularity of matcha, innovation, and matcha science. We also interview thought leaders, tea merchants, and tea educators to discuss everything from sourcing, processing, blending, milling, storytelling, health claims, and much more. Sanko Matcha Products is a startup de... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 96 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Ryan and Zongjun (Sam) in conversation in Kyoto alongside khun Pop and Yusuke-san of Koto Tea Space in Bangkok after visiting Tsuji-san, one of Japan's most decorated matcha producers. The conversation goes deep on fertilization science, soil mineral... more
In this episode, Khun Gan from TeaismExplorer shares his journey with tea, from working in Uji to becoming the first Thai-national Nihoncha Instructor. We explore the nuances of matcha production, regional labeling, and the evolving tea industry in J... more
In this episode of the Specialty Matcha Podcast, Ryan and Zongjun (Sam) share their experiences and learnings from their recent trip to Kyoto, where they met renowned matcha farmer Tsuji-san, toured Marukyu Koyamaen, and visited Baisa Nakamura. They ... more
In this episode, Ryan Ahn and Zongjun (Sam) Li delve into the complexities surrounding how the word "matcha" is being used by both marketers and consumers all over the world. The conversation highlights the fluidity of matcha's identity historically,... more
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This show centers on the global rise of specialty matcha, blending technical farming and processing insights with market dynamics and consumer education. Across episodes, listeners get a mix of hands-on production details (soil science, fertilization, terroir), origin labeling and authenticity debates, and strategic perspectives from founders and researchers shaping the tea landscape. A recurring strength is translating deep technical topics into practical implications for brands, retailers, and educators, with ongoing emphasis on transparency, sourcing ethics, and innovation in milling, blending, and education. Notable strengths include high-accessibility discussions of niche topics (e.g., Tencha milling, origin claims, and lab-informed fl... more
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Recent guests on Specialty Matcha Podcast include:
1. Khun Gan
2. Khun Big
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4. Dr. Rebecca Corbett
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