We import our matcha tea directly from source in Japan (Uji region). It is beautiful quality and will deliver you a smooth, silky bowl of thin drinking matcha. It is delicious to taste and also offers energy boosting benefits. If you wish to use matcha in other ways e.g baking, smoothies, juices we recommend you use our lower priced culinary option.
To enjoy a bowl of this traditional drinking matcha you simply mix the sifted tea with hot water and then whisk. You will create a silky smooth, vibrant green liquor topped with a delicate foam.
Our brewing guidelines are:
1. Use freshly drawn water heated to 70-80 degrees celcius
2. Sift 1.50 grams per serve (1/2 tsp) into a warm dry bowl.
3. Add 70-100 mls of heated water and mix with a bamboo whisk to create a foam on the surface.
Dilute further with hot water if preferred. Drink as soon as possible after making.
Best Before Date: The fine powder nature of matcha means it has a much shorter best before date than traditional leaf tea. Our beautiful stock has a BBF of 17 February 2018 so we suggest you factor this shorter shelf life into your decision around the size of tin you purchase.
Brewing Tip: To avoid small lumps of matcha in your drink always pass each measure through a fine mesh sieve immediately prior to use.
Packaging and Storage: To ensure the best keeping qualities of our matcha it remains in its original tin within our Stir packet (don't be confused by the bbf date on the original tin, this is in US format, look at the date on our packet). Matcha is extremely sensitive to light and moisture so please store in a dark cool place and limit exposure of the contents to air each time you open it.
