Organic Matcha Green Tea Tasting
Matcha comes from a specific harvest of Tencha green tea. Unlike other teas, it is ground into a very fine powder using a stone mill. Both its flavour and appearance are vibrant green—intense without being overly bitter. It is highly valued for its rich aromas, but also for its exceptional antioxidant properties. For this reason, it is considered a superfood and is widely used in beverages, cooking, and even cosmetics. Unlike traditional tea, matcha is not steeped. Instead, it is whisked directly into water following the specific methods detailed below.
The Art of Preparing Matcha
While matcha is at the heart of a highly ritualised tea ceremony in Japan, you can easily enjoy it at home without a kimono—all it takes is a good flick of the wrist.
The preparation of matcha tea follows distinct rules. A few grams of matcha are placed at the bottom of a bowl, followed by a small amount of hot (but not boiling) water. A Chasen (bamboo tea whisk) is then used to vigorously whisk the liquid until the mixture is smooth and completely lump-free. The goal is to achieve a uniform consistency and, depending on the tradition, a beautifully frothy layer.
Depending on whether you wish to prepare Usucha or Koicha, the method will vary slightly.
Preparing Usucha
Usucha is the most common preparation style—light, smooth, and airy.
- Place 1 to 2 grams of matcha into your bowl.
- Add 80ml of water at 75°C.
- Whisk the mixture using your Chasen. The motion should be brisk and energetic, moving back and forth in a "W" or "M" shape rather than a circular motion. Be sure to occasionally whisk along the sides of the bowl to incorporate any residual powder.
- Once the liquid is completely smooth and a layer of fine foam covers the surface, it is ready. Enjoy your Usucha.
Preparing Koicha
Koicha is typically reserved for formal tea ceremonies and requires a higher, ceremonial grade of matcha.
- Place 3 to 4 grams of matcha into your bowl.
- Add 40ml of hot water at 75°C.
- Knead and stir the mixture using your Chasen. The motion here is much slower, gentler, and more deliberate than the one used for Usucha.
- Once you obtain a dense, syrupy, smooth, and completely foam-free liquid, it is ready. Enjoy your Koicha.
An Organic Matcha Green Tea
Our Matcha green tea is an organic tea. The European organic label identifies products that comply with the European Union's organic farming regulations, which are based on the prohibition of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. For processed products (such as tea and herbal blends including spices, fruits, or flowers), it guarantees that at least 95% of the ingredients are organically grown.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.
