Matcha
Matcha done properly, using a spring harvest matcha from a single producer in Shizuoka, Japan. This makes it fresh, vibrant and naturally slightly sweet, with a smooth finish and very little bitterness. Drink it straight, whisk it into a latte or pour it over ice. It’s great every which way you want it. Tastes: Sweet, bright, grassy
Is it ‘ceremonial’ grade? The short answer is yes, by current interpretations of the label - but there is no universally accepted definition of the term. We have selected a superb, top notch, shade-grown, spring-harvested matcha with the right balance of smooth and rich to make it delectable by itself, or in any latte or iced drink, which is very firmly ticking every single box you’d want it to tick.
Iced matcha is perfect with honey or vanilla for those of a sweeter disposition. A matcha latte with a raspberry tart is a perfect fruity creamy combination.
Produced in Shizuoka, Japan by a single producer with a focus on getting a perfect blend of varietals to balance the various matcha tasting elements.
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
475 Reviews
Our crowd-pleasing tea mugs. They hold a full teapot's worth of tea. Just the right amount to brew our tea bags perfectly.
€23,95
Perfect Tea Scoop
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
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An essential bit of kit to help you make a consistently cracking cup of tea.
€7,95
How to Brew
2-3g
Scoop
80°
Brew Temperature
2
Minutes
Getting your matcha paste right is the foundation of any drink you might make, hot or cold. Start with 2g of matcha (which you might increase to 3g if you’re a big fan of those strong, grassy notes) and slowly whisk in around 80ml of water. The key here is to whisk widely and gently for about a minute,, until you get a smooth, silken bubble foam on top.
Brewing Tip
Note with care that water temperature; boiling water is truly the enemy of any green tea. Don’t undo all your good work of sourcing a smooth matcha by scalding it. If you want your matcha stronger, just use a touch more of it, rather than using hot water - it just won’t hit the right notes.
Ingredients
Shizuoka Spring Harvest 2025 Matcha Green Tea
Origins
Our bright and grassy matcha is made from a spring harvest, giving the boldest flavour and colours for a matcha as these leaves are young, shade-covered and picked early, to concentrate those early, delicate notes, and prevent excess bitterness from creeping in. You should find this matcha strong enough to come through when enjoying an iced tea or a latte, but we have selected a smooth matcha for those who prefer the traditional, straight–up matcha made without any additional milk or sugar. The strength comes from the distinctive taste profile and the relatively high tannins, but you shouldn't find it bitter. This matcha, being a young harvest, should be a vivid green, and make some pretty brightly-coloured concoctions for you.
Fig. 1
The big Question
Milk
None
Strength
Strong
Light
Colour
Strong
Light
An Iced Matcha Masterclass
Everything you need to know and do to make that perfect, silky matcha base.
Make your matcha base
Add 2g of matcha to your bowl & make as you would do, keeping an eye on that crucial water temperature. Consider making a batch by doubling or tripling the quantities; this means you can store some matcha in a container to use later in the day if you think you’ll want another later (just give it a shake beforehand).
Get it on ice
Get your glass, ice & milk together, and pour halfway to get the party started. You can pre-mix everything yourself instead if you prefer to get the labour out of the way in advance, of course, but if you’re after a swirly showstopper, you’re going to want to pour the matcha on top right at the end.
Jazz it up
There are myriad additions you can add to give your matcha a twist - here are some of our favourites. Vanilla essence is a natural first thought, as it goes so well with the creaminess. Coconut milk is also a great easy way to add a bit to the mix with minimal effort - and grate some lime zest onto the top for some extra tang and extra, sharp green notes. Lastly, you’ve got a classic breakfast option which harks back from our shop days - banana, matcha, porridge oats, honey and a small amount of ice blended together to make a powerhouse smoothie.
Job well done
Now you’ve mastered the art of iced matcha, and maybe even dabbled in a matcha shake. Excellent work. Watch this space for more recipes to come. In the meantime, cheers!
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