What is Matcha? Benefits, Uses & Why Everyone's Drinking It

What Is Matcha and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

Matcha is more than just a trendy green drink - it's a centuries-old Japanese tradition that has taken the wellness world by storm. From matcha lattes in cozy cafes to skincare products and smoothies, that vibrant green powder is everywhere.

But what exactly is matcha, and why is it getting so much attention?

What Is Matcha?

Matcha is finely ground powder made from specially grown green tea leaves. Unlike traditional green tea where leaves are steeped and discarded, matcha is whisked directly into water or milk - so you're consuming the entire leaf and all its nutrients.

How Is Matcha Made?

The journey of matcha begins with shade-grown tea plants. A few weeks before harvest, the tea bushes are covered to reduce sunlight. This increases chlorophyll production and gives matcha its vibrant green colour and rich, umami flavour.

The finest matcha is:

• Stone-ground into a fine powder
• Sourced from specific regions in Japan - like Uji, Kyoto, where our premium blend is crafted
• Free from bitterness, with a naturally smooth, earthy taste 

Top Health Benefits of Matcha (Backed by Sience)

Rich I Antioxidants 

Matcha is loaded with catechins, particularly EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), a powerfull antioxidant known to protect against cellular damage, support the immune system, and reduce inflammation. 🔗 Scientific review

Improves Focus & Mental Clarity

Matcha contains both caffeine and L-theanine, a combination that boosts attention, reaction time, and memory—while reducing anxiety-like jitters. 🔗 Read Study

Energy Without the Crash

Thanks to L-theanine, matcha provides smooth, calm energy without the spikes and crashes that come with coffee. 🔗 Learn more

Supports Weight Loss & Workout Recovery

Matcha hasbeen shown to boost metabolism, enhance fat burning during exercise, and support quicker post-workout recovery. 🔗 Matcha + fitness study

Good for Oral Health & Gut Bacteria

Recent research shows matcha can reduce harmful mouth bacteria and support a healthy microbiome. 🔗 Mouthwash study

May Reduce Risk of Dementia 

A long term study in Japan found that people who regularly consumed green tea had a 25% lower risk of dementia. 🔗 Read study

How To Try Matcha For Yourself

Start simple:

• Whisk around 1 tsp matcha with hot (but not boilng) water
• Add steamed milk or plant based milk with ice for a deliciuos latte
• Or blend into smoothies and breakfast bowls

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Final Thoughts

Matcha is more than a drink—it’s a lifestyle. Whether you’re swapping coffee, improving your focus, or just curious about the green drink everyone’s obsessed with, matcha is a natural, nutrient-packed way to upgrade your routine.