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Everything You Need To Know About Matcha

Straightforward advice on choosing matcha, making better drinks, understanding its benefits, and getting more from every scoop.
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Two bowls of matcha showing glossy, thick koicha beside lighter usucha with fine foam.
Koicha vs. Usucha: What's the Difference?
|4 min read
Usucha is thin, whisked matcha, while koicha uses more matcha and less water for a much thicker, more concentrated drink.
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A traditional bowl of usucha with a delicate layer of fine green foam.
What Does Usucha Mean?
|4 min read
Usucha means “thin tea” and refers to matcha whisked with more water and less powder than koicha, creating a light, fluid and usually frothy bowl.
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Hands whisking matcha and water with a bamboo whisk to prepare usucha.
How to Make Usucha
|4 min read
Make usucha with about 2 grams of sifted matcha and 60 to 70 mL of hot water, then whisk briskly for 15 to 20 seconds until smooth and lightly frothy.
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Fresh green tea shoots growing beneath shade cloth in a tea field.
What Are Matcha Cultivars?
|5 min read
Matcha cultivars are named varieties of the tea plant, such as Yabukita, Okumidori and Samidori.
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A kitchen thermometer in a glass jug of warm water beside matcha powder and a bamboo whisk.
How Do You Get the Right Water Temperature for Your Matcha?
|3 min read
Start with matcha water around 80°C (175°F), then adjust cooler if the tea tastes bitter.
The Best Ratio for Your Matcha Latte
|4 min read
Start with 3g of matcha, 30 ml of water and 90–120 ml of milk for a balanced matcha latte, then adjust the ratio depending on how strong or creamy you like it.
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Plain matcha beside a small milk pitcher and a bowl of sugar on a warm kitchen table.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Matcha?
|4 min read
Matcha offers green tea polyphenols and caffeine, but it can also affect sleep, digestion and iron absorption. Here are the main pros and cons to consider.
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A bowl of plain matcha held in both hands beside a softly lit kitchen window.
Is Matcha Tea Good for You?
|4 min read
Matcha can be a healthy drink for many people. It contains tea polyphenols and caffeine, but its benefits depend on how much you drink and what you add to it.