Which Matcha tea should I choose?
Choose a tea based on its flavor profile and the occasion. See our Matcha Tea Grades area of the Buying Guide for more specifics on the variations. To make deciding easier for you all of our Starter Sets include 4 ounces of each of our tea grades.
How do I prepare Matcha with a whisk?
Sift 1 tsp Matcha tea into a tea bowl. Add 3 oz hot, not boiling, water (about 180 degrees). Whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion until a light foam covers the tea. Matcha is ready to drink. Adjust proportions to taste.
Why sift Matcha?
For the same reason bakers sift flour before using. The static electricity in the air encourages powders (be it flour, baking powder, cocoa, etc) to stick together and form clumps. The same is true with Matcha green tea powder. Sifting Matcha smoothes it out and lets it blend better into your drink or cooking recipe.
Why does the water temperature matter?
Water quality and temperature are important in making good tasting Matcha. Begin with cool spring or filtered water and bring it to just under a boil (about 180 degrees). Boiling water will “scorch” the delicate Matcha leaves and impart a bitter taste.
