Matcha

Matcha… The name arouses curiosity and sounds quite sophisticated. It’s the tea with a unique form – green powder. But the journey of matcha from tea plantations to this powdered form that ends up in your teacup is a long and fascinating one.

Tea fields usually boast rich green hues that catch the eye. However, in Japan, there’s another practice – covering tea bushes with black fabric to reduce the amount of direct sunlight. The shaded tea leaves accumulate much more chlorophyll, giving them a strikingly vibrant green color. But shading isn’t only for color – it allows the leaves to concentrate more L-Theanine, an amino acid responsible for umami taste.

Matcha Tea in Our Assortment

You can choose from several different matcha teas in our selection. “China Matcha Premium” will captivate you with its gentle umami flavor, nutty undertones, and a delightful aroma.

If you appreciate gentle taste and umami sweetness, you’ll be enchanted by “Japan Aichi Matcha.” It’s sure to please even the most discerning tea connoisseurs.

For those who have a soft spot for ginger, “Japan Matcha & Ginger” is an option. Here, matcha’s light sweetness and gentle flavor mingle with a subtly sharp ginger aftertaste.

This trio of matcha is an excellent gift for tea enthusiasts.

Benefits and Features of Matcha Tea

Green tea is often said to be very beneficial for the body, immunity, and potentially more, such as helping regulate weight and providing energy. Matcha tea is also highly valued for its health and well-being potential.

It’s claimed that matcha tea is a real antioxidant powerhouse, which may help reduce the effects of UV rays on the skin and guard against fiber-related diseases.

Have you heard about catechins? These are organic compounds with exceptionally strong antioxidant properties, and they’re among the most valuable in the world of antioxidants. It’s said that matcha tea has much more of them compared to other green teas.

If you’re struggling with insomnia, anxiety, difficulty falling asleep, or poor sleep quality, give matcha tea a try. It’s used in meditation sessions because it’s believed to be soothing, helping you relax without causing drowsiness.

Due to the presence of L-Theanine in matcha powder, which promotes the production of serotonin and dopamine, this tea may improve mood, help you concentrate, and contribute to memory enhancement. So, if you believe in these potential effects, enjoy a cup of matcha while working on mental tasks or studying.

Matcha tea may also demonstrate its properties in the context of weight management. If you want to shed some pounds, get rid of that extra kilo, and, most importantly, do it healthily, matcha green tea can be a viable choice. There are studies suggesting that this delightful and valuable drink can help burn fat.

We’ve already mentioned that the production process of matcha results in higher chlorophyll content in tea powder. Chlorophyll offers detoxifying properties, making these green tea leaves also valued for efficiently eliminating toxins from the body.

Preparation of Matcha Tea

Preparing matcha tea is quite quick. You’ll need around one gram of green powder for 30–60 ml of tea. Mix it with 60°C water. For matcha tea with ginger from our assortment, you’ll need water heated to 80°C. The preparation of this type of tea differs in that you’ll need to whisk it with a special bamboo brush before consumption.

Matcha Tea Price

Buying matcha tea online from Chai Chai is convenient, fast, and secure. You’ll find detailed descriptions, preparation recommendations, ingredients, and other valuable information provided with each product in our online store. Prices are also listed alongside the items.

The price of Japanese matcha tea slightly varies from other options in our selection. You can purchase 30 or 40-gram packages. In our range, the price of matcha varies from €12 to just over €15.

FAQ

What is Matcha?

Matcha refers to young tea leaves grown under shade, which are then ground into a fine powder, resembling flour. This tea is whisked before consumption with a special bamboo brush.

How do I choose which Matcha tea to buy?

Selecting the most suitable matcha is easy if you know what flavors you’re interested in and carefully read the product descriptions.