Matcha is a variety of green tea that has been consumed for centuries and exploded in popularity in recent years.

It is electric green in color that resembles the color of wasabi. So it’s no surprise that it’s is most associated with Japan even though the origins are traced back to China.

The brilliant green is not the consequence of artificial coloring, but a result of chlorophyll during the production process.

Packed with antioxidants, high grade matcha tea is in the form of powder, often whisked with a chasen. Not teabags like what we see in supermarkets.

Such is the love of matcha that it has been incorporated into coffees, most significantly in the form of matchaya lattes.

A word of warning to those who are sensitive to caffeine. Because it contains a higher level of caffeine compared to regular types of tea.

Another word of warning. Even if you are a lover of green tea, there is no guarantee that you will love matcha tea.

Matcha cakes, macarons, desserts, etc, might be delicious. But those contain a high level of sugar and additives.

Original and authentic matcha tea can leave you wondering how you’ve ended up punishing your taste buds at a high end cafe.