Matcha is finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves, traditionally consumed in East Asia.
The green tea plants used for matcha are shade-grown for three to four weeks before harvest; the stems and veins are removed during processing. During shaded growth, the plant Camellia sinensis produces more theanine and caffeine.
The powdered form of matcha is consumed differently from tea leaves or tea bags, as it is suspended in a liquid, typically water or milk.
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Add matcha powder and sugar into a mug: Spoon 1 tsp matcha green tea powder and 2 tsp sugar into a mug or cup.
Mix with warm water: Add 3 tsp warm water and mix with a spoon or with a whisk until it is a smooth dark green paste to ensure no lumps form.
Add milk: Warm 250ml milk in a small saucepan and pour into the mug until nearly full. Use cold milk for an iced latte.
Mix well: Use a whisk to mix the paste and milk together until smooth and light green in colour.
Garnish and serve: If you so wish, you can add a few sprinkles of matcha green tea powder on the top for decoration.
