What is matcha?

Traditionally matcha is drunk in a Japanese tea ceremony, but these days its superpowers and sensational flavours are revered by tea drinkers all over the globe.

Matcha’s claim to fame is as the superhero of all green teas. Because it is harvested and produced differently to other green teas, matcha is a source of nutrients and boasts antioxidants.

Like all green tea, matcha originates from the camellia sinensis plant, but is harvested a little differently which creates its vibrantly green colour. Matcha powder is ground from ‘tencha’ which is what we call the green tea leaves in their entirety. The resultant fine powder retains nutrients of the green tea leaves and provides a mega boost of good green stuff!

How to make matcha?

Our matcha accessory tools let you pay homage to matcha’s origins. Enjoy delicious matcha made with authentic style, whisked with a traditional matcha bamboo whisk, then sipped and savoured from a double wall glass matcha bowl.

With other teas the leaves are brewed in hot water and discarded, but our high quality matcha powder is whisked in hot water set no hotter than 80°C, creating a delightfully frothy and flavoursome brew.

While multi-talented matcha doesn’t get into any trouble when it’s in hot water, it does like to reveal its sensitive side by teaming up with a dash of milk and honey - matcha latte style!

Enjoy our premium grade 100% Certified Organic Matcha or for a double-up hit of goodness sip on an Organic Turmeric Matcha.

What does matcha taste like?

High quality premium grade matcha has complex earthy undertones with a full-bodied, rich creaminess. The aftertaste is laced with smooth sweetness for an aromatic lingering finish.

Our matcha can be enjoyed in many forms from naturally organic to flavoursome combos. Try Matcha Jaffa Swirl, Mint Chip Matcha, Matcha Berry Ripple and Salted Matcha Milkshake for a sensational taste!

Does matcha have caffeine?

All teas derived from the camellia sinensis plant contain varying levels of caffeine. Only tisanes made from fruit or herbal origins do not. Matcha contains caffeine but also the amino acid L-theanine, which means the caffeine content is processed a little differently in your body. Caffeine and L-theanine team up to provide you with slow release fuel for focused energy without the post-caffeine jitters.

How to make a matcha latte?

Want to impress your friends (or better, yourself!) with your matcha-making skills? Here’s how:

Boil the kettle to 80°C and add your favourite T2 matcha and the hot water to your matcha bowls. Use your T2 bamboo whisk to break up any lumps, whisking until the mixture begins to froth. Warm milk in a saucepan until it is hot, but not boiling, and add to your matcha bowls with a dash of honey to sweeten.

You can vary the ratios of hot water, matcha and milk to your preferred taste. Our matcha each have brewing guides so you can be sure to make the perfect cup of matcha, everytime..