Does lower quality matcha have less caffeine? The Surprising Truth
                                
                                
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                                According to several tea experts, ceremonial grade matcha often contains more caffeine per gram than culinary grade due to the use of younger, more tender leaves from the first harvest. This means that yes, lower quality matcha can have less caffeine.