Helpful Articles
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Matcha Yogurt Bowl Recipe
Here in New York, when winter rolls around, it's especially important to fuel your body with vibrant foods to help bead the dreaded winter blues....
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How long is matcha good for?
Due in part to its unique color and scent, those unfamiliar with matcha might be left wondering just how long their matcha is good for....
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Organic vs Non-Organic Matcha
In recent years, supermarkets have been stocking more and more products that are labeled organic. Conscientious consumers are choosing to buy organic products over non-organic...
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Top 5 Ways To Use Matcha
People are often surprised to hear that matcha can be mixed into just about anything. Because it tastes good sweetened and unsweetened, there are many...
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How Much Matcha To Use Per Cup
Many store-bought teas often come in teabags. While teabags are convenient for brewing and clean up, they provide no real reference on how much of...
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5 Ways To Make Matcha Taste Better
Matcha is a unique drink. The vegetal taste, the color and even the aroma can be hard to fall in love with immediately. Still, the...
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Is It Safe To Drink Matcha While Pregnant?
Matcha and pregnancy: Should I worry about caffeine? Many women rely on some form of caffeinated beverage to help jump start their mornings or to...
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Is A Matcha Whisk Necessary To Make Matcha?
Do I need a whisk to enjoy and prepare my matcha at home? One of the questions we often get asked is “How do I...
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How much caffeine does Hojicha have?
Compared to coffee or even matcha, hojicha contains far less caffeine than either. While the exact amount of caffeine is hard to determine (due to...
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Side Effects of Drinking Matcha
When trying anything new, a bit of extra caution never did any harm. Matcha has a plethora of health benefits - it can help increase energy...
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What's matcha made of?
Matcha = Ground Up Green Tea What is matcha made from? The most common answer is ground up green tea leaves, so if you guessed this,...
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Chinese vs Japanese Matcha - Is there a difference?
One important factor when purchasing matcha is knowing exactly where it comes from. Today we are going to introduce the differences between Chinese and Japanese matcha. ...
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Everything You Need To Know About Matcha Whisks
Traditionally, in Japan preparing and serving matcha is studied and rehearsed, almost like preparing for a play. The room, the clothes, the manners and, of...
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Hojicha Versus Matcha - What's The Difference?
Last year, we announced a new member to our tea family... Hojicha! This new product joined us in July of 2020 but still is a...
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Why Does My Matcha Taste Bitter?
While we love to see our regulars visit the café, we also love to hear about the matcha our customers make at home. Matcha is...
