Making Matcha Tea - From Preparation to Drinking

Matcha is often associated with traditional tea ceremonies, but there are simple and casual ways to prepare it without needing a tea whisk.

Try incorporating the unique taste, aroma, and atmosphere of matcha into your daily routine.

Matcha is rich in nutrients and is excellent for health and beauty.

You can enjoy matcha at any time of the day, whenever you like.

Start incorporating matcha into your life today.

What is Matcha?

Matcha is a quintessential Japanese tea, renowned for its vibrant green color, unique flavor, and rich nutritional value.

Made from powdered whole tea leaves, matcha is exceptionally nutritious and has garnered worldwide attention as a healthy beverage.

While preparing matcha using traditional utensils might be a bit challenging, it is easy to make with a tea whisk and shaker.

Matcha can also be enjoyed in a more casual manner, and along with its relaxing effects, it is an excellent addition to your daily routine.

Ways to Prepare and Enjoy Matcha Tea

Matcha is popular for its rich flavor and numerous health benefits.

There are various ways to enjoy matcha, ranging from the traditional method using a tea whisk to more modern and convenient tools.

Here are three ways to enjoy matcha.

Bamboo Whisk Method

The tea ceremony is often seen as formal, but with a Chasen (tea whisk) and a tea bowl, you can enjoy matcha at home.

It doesn’t matter if you don’t have all the traditional tools.

You can use substitute utensils.

Making matcha tea is not just for drinking; it also has a calming effect on the body and mind.

What You Need

Tools and Ingredients

• Matcha: About 1 teaspoon (approximately 2g)
• Boiling water: About 80ml
• Chasen: A bamboo whisk for whisking matcha
• Chawan: A bowl or a container for whisking matcha
• Chashaku: A bamboo tea scoop used to measure matcha. If you don’t have a chashaku, you can use a spoon
• Matcha sifter: A tool used to strain out any lumps of matcha. A tea strainer can be used instead

When selecting chawan (tea bowl), it is recommended to choose one with a wide bore, shallow depth, moderate weight and thickness, and a flat bottom. If these features are met, the chasen (tea whisk) can move freely, making it easier to whisk the matcha and enjoy matcha that does not easily cool down.

Instructions

Preparation Before Serving

• Sift the matcha to make it smooth and pleasant to the palate.
• Warm the chawan (tea bowl) and chasen (tea whisk).

How to Make Matcha

1. Measure out 2g of matcha (about 2 scoops with a chashaku or tea scoop). Pour the hot water from the tea bowl over the chasen and wipe off the water. Then, place the matcha into the tea bowl.
2. Add boiling water (about 60-80ml) at 70-80 degrees Celsius (or 158 to 176 degrees Fahrenheit).
3. First, slowly mix the matcha with the hot water using a chasen. Once the matcha is blended, whisk it by shaking the chasen back and forth until fine bubbles form.

Electric Whisk Method

Whisking matcha with an electric whisk is a convenient method.

You can easily whisk matcha to a smooth froth without much effort and achieve the same results as the traditional method using a tea whisk.

Simply add matcha and boiling water to a cup and stir with the electric whisk for a few seconds to create a fluffy, frothy matcha.

What You Need

Tools and Ingredients

• Matcha: About 1 teaspoon (approximately 2g)
• Boiling water: About 80ml
• Electric whisk: An electric whisk for whisking matcha
• Cups: Containers for whisking matcha

Instructions

How to Make Matcha

1. Pour 1 teaspoon (approx. 2g) of matcha into the cup.
2. Pour about 80ml of boiling water (70-80 degrees Celsius or 158 to 176 degrees Fahrenheit) into the cup.
3. Whisk: Place the head of an electric whisk into the matcha and hot water and mix on low speed for a few seconds. Whisk until the matcha is completely dissolved and a fluffy foam forms on the surface.

When using an electric whisk, mix slowly at a low speed to create froth. If you mix with strong force, the foam will easily collapse. This whisk is typically used to froth milk, but it can also be used to whisk delicious matcha.

Shaker Method

For those who want to enjoy matcha more easily and drink it on the go, we recommend shaking matcha in a shaker or bottle.

All you need is matcha green tea, water, and ice to easily make iced matcha with a refreshing taste.

You can enjoy matcha anywhere, even outdoors or at the office.

What You Need

Tools and Ingredients

• Matcha: 1.5 teaspoons (approximately 3g)
• Water: About 400ml, adjust according to the container
• Ice
• Shaker: A shaker for mixing matcha

There are several shakers on the market that are specially designed for matcha. These shakers are designed specifically for whisking matcha and are known for being easy to use and producing a foamy consistency. We also recommend using a protein shaker or a bottle-type shaker that is easy to carry.

Instructions

How to Make Matcha

1. Put 1.5 teaspoons (approximately 3g) of matcha in a shaker.
2. Add the desired amount of ice.
3. Pour water into the shaker, filling it up to one-eighth of the container.
4. Close the lid of the shaker tightly and shake well.

Shake the shaker for about 30 seconds. Shake the shaker just before drinking for the best flavor.

Preserving Remaining Matcha

Matcha, in its fine powdered form, is sensitive to temperature, humidity, and light, so it should be stored in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight.

We recommend using up the can as soon as possible after opening.

Store leftover matcha in a cool, dark place or in the refrigerator with the lid tightly closed to prevent the fragrance from escaping. For long-term storage, the freezer is also effective.

However, it is important to keep the container tightly closed and allow it to reach room temperature before opening it to prevent condensation from forming when removing it from the freezer.