Getting Started with Matcha Tea

The whole world is talking about the health benefits of matcha tea. The tea has especially taken North America by storm with everyone seeking to benefit from this super tea. However, matcha tea isn’t anything new. It has been a staple of Japanese culture for centuries. 

If you’re interested in the health benefits of matcha tea, you may be wondering how to incorporate it into your daily routine. The following is a guide to help you get started with matcha tea. 

1. Know your tea 

If you’ve ever attempted to purchase matcha tea, you may have noticed that the prices vary a lot. It can be difficult determining what you should purchase as a beginner. 

Matcha tea comes in different grades. This tea is categorized as either ceremonial or culinary grade. Ceremonial matcha green tea is the purest and highest quality of matcha tea. This tea is made from the first two leaves of every tea plant. It has a smoother taste and a bright vibrant green color. This tea grade is often more expensive and is often drank straight. It is often used for traditional tea ceremonies. You can’t fully enjoy its flavor when you mix anything like milk or honey in it.

Culinary grade matcha tea is a great option when you’re just getting started with matcha tea. This tea is less expensive. It is made from the rest of the leaves on the plant. Its taste is more bitter and it often has a darker color. It also has an earthier taste. This tea is great for drinking as well as for adding flavor to foods. You can add honey and milk to this tea. 

2. Get the tools you need 

The best way to prepare matcha tea is the traditional way. This involves using a bamboo whisk (the chasm) and a bowl (chawan). While clay bowls are often used in traditional tea preparation, you can use a ceramic or stone bowl. 

It’s a great idea to invest in a matcha starter set that includes a bamboo whisk when getting started. The whisk is absolutely necessary to break up the powder and get the froth. 

3. Learn how to make a basic cup of matcha tea 

Making matcha tea is easy. Just as with making green tea, you can’t use boiling hot water. The perfect temperature for preparing this tea is about 176 degrees (80 degrees Celsius). Bring your kettle to a boil and allow it to sit for about two minutes to achieve the right temperature. Place matcha powder in your bowl and add a bit of water. Whisk with your bamboo whisk to break the powder up and form a paste. Add more water and whisk to until the tea becomes frothy. 

Enjoy your cup of tea. 

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