How to make Matcha – the original Energy Tea.
Japanese powdered Green Tea has been used for centuries to energise people through their long days. Why? This superfood provides you with a quick, clean natural energy hit to enable you to perform your workout, focus on your meeting or simply get through those sluggish moments. Drink a cup of frothy Matcha for an energising, vitalising, focused energy hit. No crash or jitters.
#BetterEnergy with Matcha Powder
How to – The Traditional Way.
There are two methods for traditionally preparing Matcha Green Tea; Koicha (produces a thick drink) and Usucha (produces a thin drink). Koicha is sweeter and mellower, requiring very little water to mix and results in a thicker drink than Usucha. Koicha is the method for preparing Matcha for Japanese tea ceremonies. Usucha has more water than Koicha and so is easier to froth. Both preparations only have 2 ingredients- Shade grown Tea powder plus hot water (preferably filtered).
Usucha (thin Matcha)
- Boil water and leave to cool between 70-80oC
- Put 1g (2 scoops of a bamboo spoon) into the bowl.
- Add about 70ml of water and whisk until frothy and all the powder is incorporated into the water.
- Drink and Enjoy.
Koicha (thick version)
- Boil water and leave to stand to cool between 70-80o
- Put 1.5g (3 scoops of a bamboo spoon)into the bowl.
- And 50ml of water and whisk, once all of the matcha powder is incorporated add another 50ml of water for a smooth, but thick Matcha Tea drink.
- Relax and Enjoy!
Green Tea Powder – for the deviants…
If you’re looking for some creative recipes then this is the section for you. Being powdered means that matcha can be used in lots of recipes. It can be enjoyed in lattes, smoothies and in baking. For a quick and easy Matcha Latte you only need 4 ingredients: Kineta Organic Tea Powder, coconut sugar/ local honey (if you have a sweet tooth), warm water and milk (preferably non-dairy). Take a look at our blog for more healthy, powdered tea inspired recipe ideas.
How to Make The Best Tea Latte
- Add 1g Powdered Green Tea into a mug with the coconut sugar (as much or as little as you want).
- Pour enough warm water to cover the mixture.
- Whisk until a smooth paste is formed.
- Heat the milk in a saucepan until hot.
- Pour the milk into the mug with the matcha.
- Whisk until fully mixed.
- Sit back and Enjoy!
- Check out our full page on Green Latte recipes
