Which matcha grade suits your taste and routine?
Which matcha grade is best? Start with how you plan to drink it: plain, in a latte or in recipes. A simple guide to grades, taste and value…
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Matcha Guides
Matcha is shade-grown Japanese green tea, stone-ground into a fine powder and whisked with water. Because you drink the whole leaf, quality matters: color, aroma and fineness all tell you something about the grade.
These guides cover how to pick a matcha for your taste, how to whisk it with a bamboo chasen, and easy recipes such as iced and strawberry matcha.
Six signs that matcha powder may be high quality
How to tell if matcha powder is high quality: judge the color, aroma, texture, taste and ingredient list together, not one label or a…
How to make strawberry matcha at home
How to make strawberry matcha at home: a strawberry base, whisked matcha and milk layered over ice. Easy steps, plus tips to adjust…
Choosing high-quality matcha powder for your cup
How to choose high-quality matcha powder: look beyond a bright color or a ceremonial label and check the aroma, texture, origin and…
What to look for in high-quality matcha brands
Choosing among matcha brands can be tricky when labels such as “ceremonial grade” sound definitive but don’t tell the whole story.
How to Make Iced Matcha: A Smooth, Refreshing Recipe
Learn how to make iced matcha that is smooth, bright, and clump-free. Discover easy brewing techniques, whisking tips, and the best way to…
Does matcha have caffeine, and how much is in a cup?
Matcha does have caffeine. Because it is made from powdered tea leaves, you drink the whole leaf. How much caffeine is in a cup and what…
What Is Matcha Made Of? Leaves, Powder & Preparation
Matcha is a powdered green tea: instead of steeping leaves and removing them, you whisk the powder into water and drink it.
Morning Tea Guide: Matcha, Green Tea, Black Tea or Yerba Mate?
Matcha, green tea, black tea and yerba mate compared by caffeine, flavor and brewing, so you can choose a morning cup that fits your…
Matcha Powder Whisk Guide for the Perfect Froth
Master your matcha powder whisk technique. Learn how to choose, use, and care for a traditional chasen, plus explore modern electric…