Where does Matcha tea come from?
There's something so contemplative about seeing a delicate green powder whisk into a brilliant emerald froth. The scent, earthy and green, carries you to a peaceful spot — one imbued with centuries of heritage. That's the essence of Matcha tea, and to fully enjoy it, one must know where it originates. Unlike most other green teas, Japanese Matcha is shade-grown, hand-harvested, and stone-ground, all for maintaining its bright color, creamy texture, and rich nutrients. It is closely associated with the Japanese tea ceremony, or chanoyu, in which the act of preparing tea itself becomes a spiritual practice.
What Makes Matcha Special?
Japanese Matcha Tea is not like any other tea. Rather than steeping leaves and throwing them away, you ingest the whole powdered leaf. What this implies is that you're taking in all the goodness the Camellia sinensis plant has to offer. In Japan, Matcha is graded into two primary categories: ceremonial and culinary. Ceremonial grade Matcha is of the highest quality and should be consumed by itself without any milk or sweetener. At Tea Culture of the World, our Matcha Ceremonial Grade – Japanese green tea is a testament to this tradition and attention to detail. It's clean, creamy, and balanced.
A Japanese Tea with Global Appeal
Matcha tea has, in the last decade, broken international boundaries and become a worldwide phenomenon across quaint French cafés in Paris to New York's smoothie bowls. It is the precise cultivation that makes Japan's Matcha tea unique. Approximately three weeks prior to harvest, tea bushes are wrapped in shade cloth that limits sunlight. This enhances chlorophyll, darkening the green colour, and increases the amino acid L-theanine, which provides Matcha with that characteristic umami flavour. After being harvested, the leaves (tencha) are steamed to prevent oxidation, air-dried, de-veined, and finally ground gradually in granite mills. This preserves the integrity of the tea and produces an ultra-fine powder that is silk-like in between your fingers.
Benefits of japanese matcha tea
Apart from its heavenly flavor and soothing ceremony, Japanese Matcha tea has numerous benefits:
Rich in Antioxidants: Matcha contains high levels of catechins, with EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) being the most notable one with its anti-cancer and detoxifying effects.
Calm Energy Boost: L-theanine in Japanese Matcha Tea provides a sustained energy boost with no jittery spikes and crashes associated with coffee.
Supports Mental Clarity: The combination of caffeine and L-theanine unique to Matcha has been shown to improve concentration, focus, and mental performance.
Boosts Metabolism: Matcha can assist in weight control by naturally boosting the body's ability to burn fat. Immune Support: Matcha's chlorophyll and polyphenols fight inflammation and infection. It's not surprising that monks consumed Matcha tea before all-night meditation to boost awareness while inducing a profound, alert calm.
A Cup of Culture at Tea Culture of the World
Our Matcha Ceremonial Grade – Japanese green tea is a testament to handcrafting traditions that have been passed down over centuries. Created with the finest leaves and carefully ground, it provides a true experience with each sip.
To make a traditional cup, simply mix half a teaspoon of Matcha tea with 200ml of 80°C water and a bamboo whisk. Whisk rapidly until the bowl becomes frothy. Sip on its own or with a serving of rich white chocolate — an indulgence at any time.
Matcha tea is more than a beverage; it's a meditative ceremony steeped in Japanese tradition. From its soothing effects to its lively flavor and medicinal qualities, Japanese Matcha tea is an experience that transcends hydration. With Matcha Ceremonial Grade – Japanese Green Tea by Tea Culture of the World, you can enjoy the tradition in its uncompromised form. Whisk, drink, and have a moment of peace that nourishes body and soul.
Frequently Asked Questions
Traditionally, yes. Genuine Japanese Matcha tea is renowned for its quality and taste. Although Matcha is manufactured in other nations these days, Japanese Matcha is still the gold standard, especially from areas such as Uji and Nishio.
Ceremonial grade Matcha tea consists of the new leaves of the tea plant, plucked early in the season. It tastes smoother, has bright colour, and is designed to drink without milk or sugar.
You can drink Japanese Matcha tea on a daily basis, depending on your sensitivity to caffeine. A single serving to two servings a day provides most of its health benefits without excessive consumption of caffeine.
Yes, given its high content of L-theanine, Matcha tea can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance mental focus.
In terms of nutrient content, yes. Since you’re consuming the entire leaf in powdered form, Japanese Matcha tea offers more antioxidants and amino acids than steeped green tea.
