Downtown Nassau · Quick-Serve
The Best Matcha in Nassau, Bahamas
Organic, first-flush, stone-milled ceremonial matcha — whisked to order in Downtown Nassau. The same grade reserved for Japanese tea ceremony, now Nassau's premium matcha destination.
Ceremonial Grade
Organic, first-flush leaves — the most tender harvest of the year, reserved for ceremony.
Whisked to Order
Stone-milled powder, traditional bamboo whisk, perfect water temperature every cup.
Calm, Lasting Focus
Caffeine + L-theanine = smooth energy without the coffee crash.
The Bahamas' premium matcha
Most matcha you'll find in Nassau is culinary-grade — fine for baking, but bitter and dull as a drink. Ours is different. We source organic, first-flush ceremonial matcha: the very first spring harvest, when shaded leaves develop their sweetest, most vibrant flavor. Stone-milled into a brilliant jade powder, it's the same tier Japanese tea masters reserve for formal ceremony.
Every cup is whisked to order with a traditional chasen bamboo whisk and water held at the precise temperature that preserves the leaf's natural sweetness. The result is a clean, layered flavor — grassy, mildly sweet, finishing with a subtle umami depth that culinary matcha simply can't match.
Matcha is also our most-requested coffee alternative. The naturally occurring L-theanine pairs with caffeine to produce a focused, calm energy that lasts for hours — perfect for a working session in our lounge, a midday reset, or a healthier swap on your morning walk through Bay Street.
How to order: hot ceremonial (in a Japanese tea bowl), iced matcha over ice, or matcha latte with your choice of dairy or oat milk. Add a Monin flavor for a seasonal twist — vanilla, lavender, and brown sugar are house favorites.
Matcha FAQ
Where can I get the best matcha in Nassau, Bahamas?+
Rootz Kava & Tea House in Elizabeth on Bay Plaza, Downtown Nassau, serves organic first-flush ceremonial-grade matcha — widely regarded as the best matcha in Nassau and across the Bahamas. Walk in seven days a week or order through Bahama Eats.
What grade of matcha do you serve?+
Organic, first-flush ceremonial-grade matcha — the youngest, most tender spring leaves, stone-milled to a fine jade powder. It's the same tier traditionally reserved for Japanese tea ceremony.
How much caffeine is in a Rootz matcha?+
A standard serving has roughly 60–70mg of caffeine — about two-thirds of a cup of coffee — but paired with L-theanine for a calmer, longer lift without the crash.
Do you offer iced matcha and matcha lattes?+
Yes — hot ceremonial, iced matcha, matcha latte (dairy or oat), and seasonal flavored matcha builds with Monin syrups.
Is matcha a good coffee alternative?+
It's our most-requested coffee swap. Smoother energy, no jitters, and naturally rich in antioxidants — ideal for a workday focus session in our lounge.
Can I get matcha to-go in Nassau?+
Absolutely. Walk in for quick-serve to-go, or order for delivery through our partner Bahama Eats.
Matcha in Nassau, Bahamas — why locals choose Rootz
Searching for matcha in Nassau or the best matcha in the Bahamas? You're in the right place. Rootz Kava & Tea House is Downtown Nassau's dedicated matcha destination — the only lounge on the island serving organic, first-flush, ceremonial-grade matcha whisked to order with a traditional chasen bamboo whisk.
We're located in Elizabeth on Bay Plaza on Bay Street, a short walk from the Nassau cruise port, Junkanoo Beach, and the Straw Market. Whether you're a local on a coffee break, a cruise visitor exploring Downtown Nassau, or staying on Paradise Island and looking for an authentic Japanese-style matcha, our quick-serve lounge is built for you.
Order it your way — hot ceremonial matcha in a Japanese tea bowl, iced matcha over ice, or a matcha latte with dairy or oat milk. Add Monin syrups (vanilla, lavender, brown sugar, hazelnut) for a flavored matcha build. Want it delivered in Nassau? Order through our partner Bahama Eats.
If you've been Googling "matcha near me" in Nassau, "matcha latte Nassau," or "ceremonial matcha Bahamas" — Rootz is the answer. Walk in seven days a week — Monday–Thursday: 10:00 AM–9:30 PM; Friday–Saturday: 10:00 AM–11:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM–9:00 PM.
Try it today
Walk in to Elizabeth on Bay Plaza, Downtown Nassau — or order on the full menu.
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