More Matcha Than Ever!
Premium Ghana Sable Chocolat <Deep Uji Matcha> Review
This is true premium quality. Four delightful sensations in one bite! Matcha chocolate supervised by a top-ranked tea master has redefined the concept of convenience store sweets!
INTRODUCTION
With the arrival of spring, another heart-lifting new release has appeared from Lotte’s Premium Ghana line, which I look forward to every year.
Its name is Premium Ghana Sable Chocolat <Deep Uji Matcha>.
The word “premium” is everywhere in the sweets world now, but with this product, the weight of that word feels different. That is because the package clearly states that it is supervised by a tea master of the highest rank. Lotte’s official Premium Ghana page and release materials say this spring-summer limited item uses Uji matcha supervised by a highest-rank tea master, and presents it as a luxurious four-layer chocolate.
When a craftsperson holding the highest title in the tea world is involved, it means there is something here beyond ordinary convenience store sweets. It suggests a genuine matcha experience, not just a green-colored chocolate snack.
This spring-summer limited item was too interesting to ignore, so I picked it up right away and spent some time with it properly. Lotte’s release states that Premium Ghana Sable Chocolat <Deep Uji Matcha> launches nationwide on April 7, 2026 as part of the 2026 spring-summer Premium Ghana series.
The first thing I thought the moment I took a bite was this:
This is what premium really means.
Packaging
When I pick up the package, the first thing that jumps out is the deep, calm green design.
The image of a refreshing cold matcha poured into a clear glass, placed beside a matcha sable made with fermented butter, creates the feeling of sitting in a refined café just by looking at it. The sense of spring and the sense of luxury coexist beautifully here. It is the kind of design that makes me want to take a photo before I even open it.
Inside the package, there is a message from the product developer.
It says, “Thank you for your hard work today. I put my feelings into this in the hope that even a small moment can become a calm one for you.” That kind of thoughtfulness is genuinely nice to see.
And there is even a hidden message after you finish eating. I feel like some people might throw the box away without noticing it, so I want to mention it here.
On the bottom of the box, it says:
“Thank you very much! May tomorrow be a gentle day for you. Happiness comes from chocolate.”
And honestly, my response is simple:
No, thank you.
Taste & Texture
When I open the inner wrapper, I can immediately see that round green thing waiting inside.
Once I take the chocolate out of the box, I am met with an elegant appearance: a gentle matcha green with a faintly baked-looking tone. That lightly toasted look comes from the feuilletine scattered across the surface. Just like the package visual suggests, those crisp little flakes decorate the coating and make the texture feel predictable before the first bite even happens. Lotte’s official brand page describes the structure as a luxurious four-layer chocolate made of fermented-butter matcha sable, Ghana milk, Uji matcha chocolate, and feuilletine on top.
As for the aroma, I almost want to call it restrained, but that does not mean weak at all.
In fact, it is the opposite. Truly serious matcha products often do not scream through scent alone. Instead, this one gives off a gentle, refined Uji matcha fragrance with the slightest hint of cacao woven into it. The balance has a quiet persuasive power. The moment it reaches the nose, it makes me think, this is quality.
This amount of fragrance gives me nothing but expectation.
Even visually, it carries a clear Japanese atmosphere, and that only makes the excitement grow.
And now we come to the real point.
The moment I bite into it, I can feel the precision of this product’s design with my whole body.
It may look like a one-bite chocolate, but honestly, eating it in one bite would be a waste.
If this is your first time trying it, I would strongly recommend enjoying it like an adventurer slowly descending from the surface toward the deepest layer.
The first thing I notice is the light, crunchy bite of the feuilletine on the surface.
That thin, crisp texture gives the first bite a three-dimensional rhythm. Even the sound of biting into it is pleasant enough to make me want to say out loud, oh, I like this.
Almost at the same time, the rich matcha chocolat kneaded with Uji matcha begins to melt softly. The number 0.5% Uji matcha may sound small at first glance, but once it is placed on top of a chocolate foundation, its presence feels much bigger than the number suggests. Lotte’s official Premium Ghana page specifically notes “Uji matcha 0.5% used.”
A solid matcha depth spreads across the tongue, together with a slight pleasant bitterness.
At that point, it becomes easy to understand that the phrase supervised by a top-ranked tea master is not just decorative language on the package. It really does feel reflected in the way the flavor is constructed.
Then, deeper inside, I meet the presence of Ghana milk chocolate.
This layer plays a very delicate role. It gently wraps the density of the matcha chocolat and gives the entire flavor a smoother unity. It feels like a cushion of flavor. Because this layer exists, the materials do not compete with each other. They support one another instead.
And finally, I reach the matcha sable with the fragrance of fermented butter.
Its crisp texture and rich butter aroma harmonize beautifully with the freshness of the matcha, and the result stays in the mouth as a long, elegant aftertaste.
And the most impressive part is that all of this happens within just a few seconds, one sensation folding over the next.
Feuilletine → Matcha chocolat → Ghana milk → Fermented-butter matcha sable.
These four layers unfold in order, and sometimes at the same time, blending moment by moment.
Each element is high quality on its own, yet everything comes together as one best possible whole.
This really is a finish worthy of the word premium. Lotte’s official description likewise presents it as a four-layer chocolate where authentic matcha umami and bitterness, Ghana’s richness, and the light textures of sable and feuilletine can all be enjoyed together.
Dietary Info
For anyone concerned about allergens or dietary restrictions, I have summarized the official information below.
The listed allergens among Japan’s 28 specified items are egg, milk, wheat, and soy. Lotte’s official product page also notes that it is manufactured on shared equipment with products containing almond and macadamia nut, so anyone with those allergies should be careful.
The emulsifier used is soy-derived.
There is no alcohol or liquor used, and gelatin is not listed in the ingredients. Shortening is used, but the precise source is not specified in the official labeling. These points are supported by the official ingredient list on Lotte’s product page.
This information is based on official manufacturer information available as of April 2026. Please check the latest manufacturer website or the package label directly for the most current details.
Quick Review
Product Information
Nutrition Facts
(per 1 box, 49g)
Energy: 275 kcal
Protein: 2.9 g
Fat: 16.9 g
Carbohydrate: 27.9 g
Salt Equivalent: 0.1 g
Ingredients
Sugar (made in Japan), whole milk powder, cocoa butter, vegetable oils and fats, cacao mass, wheat flour, lactose, shortening, feuilletine (wheat flour, sugar, fructose-glucose syrup, shortening, butter, skim milk powder, malt extract, salt), whole wheat flour, whey powder, matcha, skim milk powder, liquid egg, fermented butter, salt, roasted sugar / processed starch, emulsifier (soy-derived), flavoring, coloring (safflower yellow, gardenia), leavening agent
Dietary Info (Reference only)
Gelatin: Not listed
Emulsifier: Soy-derived
Alcohol/Liquor: None
Lard/Shortening: Shortening used, origin not specified
Allergens
(among the 28 specified items):
Egg
Milk
Wheat
Soy
Shared equipment warning: Manufactured on equipment shared with products containing almond and macadamia nut.
Product Classification
Company: LOTTE Co., Ltd.
Name: Chocolate
Manufactured by: Seiwa Foods Co., Ltd.
Storage Instructions
Store in a cool place below 28°C.
Purchase Location
It is sold at mass retailers, convenience stores, and other retail stores throughout Japan.
NOTE
[Spring/Summer Limited Edition]
At high temperatures, the chocolate may melt and the fat may solidify, turning white. It is still edible, but the flavor may be diminished.
The product may rub against itself, causing some white discoloration on the surface.
The black and green specks in the product are derived from the raw materials.
Please consume as soon as possible after opening.
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