Does your matcha taste grassy or bitter, while someone else insists they’re picking up toasted nuts, delicate florals, or a subtle sweetness? They’re not necessarily imagining it. Matcha can contain an incredible range of flavors, from rich umami and fresh greens to nuttiness, sweetness, and florality. The way you drink...
A beloved summer menu item at Matchaful cafés, the Coconut Water Matcha is simple to make, beautifully layered, and refreshingly light.
One of the biggest reasons matcha tastes nothing like regular green tea comes down to one simple practice: shade. About three to four weeks before harvest, farmers cover their tea plants, blocking up to 90% of sunlight. It's such an important part of the process that the aroma created during...
We've all been there: you've just had your morning matcha on an empty stomach and suddenly you're feeling a little nauseous. While the gentle, focused energy of matcha can make it tempting to reach for first thing in the morning and sip throughout the day, a few small adjustments can...
Our Iced Watermelon Matcha Spritz blends juicy watermelon, a touch of lemon, and ceremonial-grade matcha over sparkling water. Hydrating, energizing, and the perfect cool-down companion. Ingredients 4 fl oz fresh watermelon purée (blended chunks or pulp OR organic store-bought) ½ tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp maple syrup 4 fl oz...
Kiwami and Tsuyuhikari are now officially USDA Certified Organic. While the certification is new, the farming practices are not. Hattori-san, the fourth-generation farmer behind both matchas, has never used synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. The certification simply formalizes a commitment to quality and cultivation methods that have been in place for...
At Matchaful, we take our mission very seriously: we want to deliver the cleanest, highest quality teas possible, from the farm to your whisk. Our farmer orders exhaustive third-party testing for radiation, heavy metals, and over 700 pesticides and herbicides to ensure it meets Matchaful standards. To be extra sure...
Bright and refreshing, this Sparkling Rhubarb Matcha Lemonade pairs tart rhubarb and lemon with smooth, buttery Hikari matcha, layered over sparkling water. A perfect taste of summer for a hot afternoon. Ingredients 2 fl oz rhubarb juice OR 2-3 rhubarb stalks 1 fl oz lemon juice 1 tbsp maple syrup ⅓...
Not all matcha is created equal. The difference often comes down to something most people have never heard of: the cultivar. We're breaking down what single-cultivar matcha actually means, why it matters, and how it shapes everything in your cup. Think of it like the difference between a Chardonnay and...
You've probably heard the word terroir dropped casually at a wine tasting — that untranslatable French concept that tries to capture everything a place gives to what grows there. The soil, the altitude, the mist at dawn. It sounds poetic because it is. But terroir isn't just for wine. It's...
While Japan is known for its springtime cherry blossoms, many consider the early-blooming plum blossoms to be the true first sign of spring. Plum blossoms are in full bloom in Japan right now, and we wanted to celebrate with a drink that captures the season. Bright plum juice beautifully complements...
