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Arbor Teas vs Bryan Johnson Blueprint Matcha: 2026 Comparison

This 2026 comparison covers Arbor Teas and Bryan Johnson Blueprint across price, testing transparency, heavy metal disclosure, and organic certification. Bryan Johnson Blueprint publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named lab. Arbor Teas has not published equivalent numeric results as of the last verification date. On price, Bryan Johnson Blueprint is $0.40/g less expensive per gram ($1.50/g vs $1.10/g).

VerdictSpec tableHeavy metalsPriceFAQ

Verdict by Axis

No single overall winner is declared. The better choice depends on which axis matters most to you.

Price per gram

Bryan Johnson Blueprint

Bryan Johnson Blueprint is $0.40/g cheaper ($1.50/g vs $1.10/g).

Testing transparency

Bryan Johnson Blueprint

Bryan Johnson Blueprint is Tier 1 vs Unrated for Arbor Teas. Lower tier number means more disclosure.

Published lead level

Tie / indeterminate

Bryan Johnson Blueprint publishes a lead value (98 ppb). Arbor Teas has not published a numeric lead value. Cannot compare directly.

Origin

Tie / indeterminate

One or both brands have not publicly disclosed their leaf origin region.

Organic certification

Arbor Teas

Arbor Teas holds ORGANIC certification. Bryan Johnson Blueprint does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification.

Side-by-Side Spec Table

FieldArbor TeasBryan Johnson Blueprint
OriginChinaNot disclosed
GradeCeremonialCeremonial
Price per gram$1.50/g$1.10/gBetter
Transparency tier--Tier 1
Publishes numeric COANoYesBetter
Third-party testedNoYesBetter
Organic certificationORGANICNone
Lead (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)98 ppb
Cadmium (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)17 ppb
Arsenic (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)18 ppb
Mercury (published)Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)4 ppb
Pesticide testedNoNo
Last verifiedJune 27, 2026June 21, 2026
Arbor Teas
Bryan Johnson Blueprint

Origin

China
Not disclosed

Grade

Ceremonial
Ceremonial

Price per gram

$1.50/g
$1.10/g

Transparency tier

--
Tier 1

Publishes numeric COA

No
Yes

Third-party tested

No
Yes

Organic certification

ORGANIC
None

Lead (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
98 ppb

Cadmium (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
17 ppb

Arsenic (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
18 ppb

Mercury (published)

Not publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)
4 ppb

Pesticide tested

No
No

Last verified

June 27, 2026
June 21, 2026

Heavy Metals and Safety Disclosure

Bryan Johnson Blueprint reports a lead level of 98 ppb (verified June 21, 2026). Arbor Teas has not published a numeric lead value (checked June 27, 2026). Without a published value from Arbor Teas, a direct comparison is not possible. The absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger.

MetalArbor TeasBryan Johnson Blueprint
LeadNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)98 ppb
CadmiumNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)17 ppb
ArsenicNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)18 ppb
MercuryNot publicly published (checked June 27, 2026)4 ppb

Source: brand-published COAs and independent test results. Values are from specific batches and dates. Absence of published data does not indicate safety or danger. Last verified: Arbor Teas June 27, 2026, Bryan Johnson Blueprint June 21, 2026.

Price Comparison

Bryan Johnson Blueprint is $0.40/g cheaper than Arbor Teas ($1.10/g vs $1.50/g, a 27% difference). At 30 servings per month, that is approximately $24/month in savings.

Detailed Analysis

Testing Transparency

Bryan Johnson Blueprint publishes a numeric COA with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Arbor Teas has not published equivalent numeric results. No public testing statement has been found for Arbor Teas as of the last verification date.

Origin and Sourcing

Arbor Teas sources from China. Bryan Johnson Blueprint has not publicly disclosed a specific leaf origin region. Origin cannot be fully compared.

Which Should You Buy?

If testing transparency is your priority: Bryan Johnson Blueprint (Tier 1) discloses more than Arbor Teas (Unrated). If price per gram is your priority: Bryan Johnson Blueprint is the more affordable option at $1.10/g. If organic certification matters to you: Arbor Teas holds ORGANIC certification. Bryan Johnson Blueprint does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arbor Teas or Bryan Johnson Blueprint cheaper?

Bryan Johnson Blueprint is cheaper at $1.10/g vs $1.50/g per gram, a difference of $0.40/g. Prices verified as of 2026-06.

Does Arbor Teas publish lab results?

No public testing statement or COA has been found for Arbor Teas as of June 27, 2026.

Does Bryan Johnson Blueprint publish lab results?

Yes. Bryan Johnson Blueprint publishes a numeric Certificate of Analysis with specific ppb values from a named accredited lab. Verified June 21, 2026.

Which is third-party tested: Arbor Teas or Bryan Johnson Blueprint?

Bryan Johnson Blueprint is third-party tested. Arbor Teas does not have a confirmed third-party testing status as of the last verification date.

Is Arbor Teas or Bryan Johnson Blueprint organic?

Arbor Teas holds ORGANIC certification. Bryan Johnson Blueprint does not have a publicly confirmed organic certification as of the last verification date.

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