Matcha

Why Choose Matcha

Matcha products have come to a rise in the United States, celebrities and wellness influencers who use matcha claim it has a clean energy source and a super food. There’s a difference of quality when you look for matcha to purchase, the more expensive the higher quality. Most brands on the internet may be affordable, but may lack in taste or give a bitter, nutritional value, or may be dull in color. Consumers who are looking to purchase this tea are recommended to buy authentic Japanese matcha, that are organic and stone ground.

Japanese Matcha is usually grown and harvested in Japan, so the product is watched very closely for best results. Consistency is the objective along with giving the tea a green shade and no clumps when making, plus having a pleasant umami flavor when drinking. These qualities are what keeps buyers coming back for more and separate the differences between companies.

Cultivation of matcha has to be a meticulous process, the plant is grown in the shade to increase the production of chlorophyll for several weeks enhancing flavor and color. After leaves are harvested, they are steamed to prevent oxidation, dried, grounded slowly into s ultra fine powder. The highest grade is the ceremonial grade, a vivid green with a sweet umami taste and lower grades are referred to as culinary grade and may be more bitter.

Health Benefits Of Matcha

Health Benefits Of Matcha

Matcha can provide a more concentrated source of nutrients than normal green tea, being made of whole ground tea leaves. The benefits you receive when drinking are antioxidants, and a boost of health and mental focus. One cup of matcha has more healing properties than a normal cup of green tea, the cup contains more than 137 times more epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) than normal green tea. Epigallocatechin Gallate is a unique plant compound linked to reduce inflammation, have cancer fighting properties, and prevent disease.

Caffeine properties that deliver a calm, and sustaining energy effect, from the combination of caffeine and L-theanine. An amino acid that balances the effect of caffeine while promoting relaxation without drowsiness, makes the tea favorable among students, professionals, and normal tea drinkers. The cultivation of matcha is the reason why it’s healthy to use for detox, the high chlorophyll content helps detox the body and remove metals and toxins. The tea promotes heart health with regular consumption, matcha has been associated with lower cholesterol, blood pressure and boost your metabolism.

The Origin Of Matcha

China is where the green tea originates, dating back to the Tang Dynasty around the 7th-10th century. Tea leaves were grounded into powder and whisked into tea and mainly consumed by Buddhist monks who valued its properties, that were alerting but yet calming. Around the 12th century is when the crop arrived in Japan, Eisai a Zen monk who was traveling back from study in China, brought the tea back to Japan. Matcha became a philosophy once it arrived, it was the development of the Japanese tea ceremony. Japan continued drinking and preserving the art of matcha, China began other tea preparations. Over centuries it has became the traditional drink chosen among samurai, monks, and more.

Roots dating back to 12th century being Japan’s ancient tradition, elevating the tea to be more than a drink but a spiritual enlightenment. When prepared becomes a sign of respect for Japanese tradition, being used in seasonal celebrations. Matcha creates a deep cultural integration, while having health benefits and now has changed in the 21st century being used in lattes and smoothies.

Kagoshima Matcha

Kagoshima is a place in Japan dating back to the 16th century. Historical place to live with Japanese tradition, having an active volcano on the island. This brand is an affiliate with the store, and you will be able to try ultra fine grounded matcha with a small taste of umami, great quality choice for drinking and will be available for purchase in the store.

This matcha has been grown for over 700 years in the volcanic soil of Mt.Sakurajima, an active volcano located in the Kagoshima Bay. Kagoshima tea quality and taste of green tea remained relatively inferior to that from other parts of Japan because production facilities were still developing their skills, if wanting to visit this volcanic city best way to travel is by bullet train or airplane to Kagoshima City.

How To Make Matcha For Beginners

Tools

• Matcha Bowl
• Bamboo Whisk
• Bamboo Scoop
• Strainer
• Whisk Holder
• Matcha Powder

Instructions

1. New bamboo whisks will need to be opened by heating water to 160°F to 176°F, add hot water to the matcha bowl then bamboo whisk allowing it to sit in the bowl for 1-2 mins. Then remove boiling water.
2. Add desired amount of matcha powder to the bowl using a bamboo scoop and a strainer if needed (1 teaspoon recommended), no clumps make a smooth texture, Add 2-3 oz of hot water to the bowl, water too hot causes a bitter taste.
3. Use bamboo whisk in a W or M motion to remove clumps in tea, whisk 15–30 seconds until you get a nice foam on top.
4. Enjoy! Drink your matcha from the bowl or pour in a cup or add to your favorite latte.
5. To clean up, clean whisk rinse with warm water and let dry on whisk holder.

Tips For Beginners

• Less matcha until taste doesn’t bother while drinking.
• Use ceremonial grade matcha for best taste.
• Keep matcha powder in a cool, dark, airtight container.