Mmm…there’s something so calming about a warm cup of Matcha Tea. The rich and creamy flavour paired with its relaxing properties is perfect for any morning wake-up or afternoon pick-me-up. I’ve always had Matcha Lattes from a coffee shop, but making it at home is a ritual in and of itself.

I will try to keep this post short as there is endless information on Matcha Tea so I will focus on what Matcha Tea is, the benefits, supplies you need and how to prepare it.

What is Matcha Tea?

Drinking Matcha Tea is part of a Japanese tradition and has been consumed for thousands of years. It is made from high quality green tea powder which is rich in nutrients and made from the tips of shade-grown Camellia sinensis plants. There are so many health benefits of Matcha Tea that it is known as one of the world’s most powerful super foods.

What are the benefits?

There are too many to list, but below is a quick run down. Source

High in Antioxidants – 5x the amount of as any other food
Loaded with Catechin, EGCg – it fights cancer
Has Calming Effects – Amino Acid L-Theanine promotes relaxation, without drowsiness
Increases Energy Levels and Endurance – Contains caffeine, but doesn’t give you the jitters
Burns Calories – increases metabolism
Detoxifies the Body
Fortifies the Immune System
Improves Cholesterol
Delicious Flavor!

Matcha Tea Supplies!

The essentials to a Matcha Tea making kit are:

1. Bamboo Whisk (Chasen) which creates a frothy beverage and is gentle on your tea and bowl.
2. Bamboo Tea Scoop (Chashaku) for scooping and measuring out the your powder.
3. Matcha Bowl (Chawan), an artisan style bowl for drinking your tea.

How to Prepare Matcha Tea

Ah the wonders of the internet, here is a diagram below. Source
Drinking Matcha tea is not just about pouring it into a bowl/cup and drinking it, it’s ritual as well. For a more detailed ceremonial way of drinking matcha tea, check out this video.

 

 

Don’t like matcha as a tea? Add it to any smoothie, make a latte, or even make a Matcha Tea shot!

Let me know if you drink Matcha Tea at all, or if you want to give it a try!