Tea from Camellia sinensis
Matcha
Stone-ground green tea, whisked to a froth
Matcha is green tea that has been shade-grown, steamed, dried and finely ground into powder. Because you whisk and drink the whole leaf, the flavour is rich and concentrated — creamy and umami in ceremonial-style grades, bolder and more astringent in culinary grades.
Brewing at a glance
70–80°C
Water
Whisk 15–20 sec
Steep
Sift the powder first and whisk in a brisk M-shaped motion.
Styles include:Ceremonial-styleCulinary / latte gradeMatcha kits
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