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Matcha, often referred to as the 'espresso of tea,' contains a noteworthy level of caffeine, as well as a compound called L-theanine, which is thought to attribute to the lack of crash in energy levels that can follow coffee consumption.

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Matcha Hekisui

$37.00
Garden Direct Green Tea Powder
Smooth | Fresh | Vibrant

What is Garden
Direct Tea?

Garden Direct is a carefully curated selection of single-origin teas sourced from the most esteemed growers. They are packaged freshly made at origin and air freighted to us immediately so we can celebrate and share these most cherished teas during the primer producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.

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As the temperature rises, cool down without compromising on flavor. Made in a few simple steps, any of our 200+ loose leaf teas and powders can be made into refreshing and colorful beverages, whether you want to enjoy the subtle sweetness of a Japanese green or the unctuous berry notes of one of our Patagonian blends.

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Ceremonial Matcha Set

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—Marshall

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—JD

Matcha Super Green

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—Kayla

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—Amber

Iron Goddess of Mercy

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"Delicious and satisfying. It's delicate enough to drink without doctoring but also bold enough to hold up to cream and honey. An absolute delight."

—Star

Golden Yunnan

Malty | Jammy | Mellow

Unique Varieties of Matcha Green Tea

We are proud to offer organic matcha, direct from Japan, and connect individuals with unique, single-cultivar and blended matchas. With its high caffeine content, artful preparation and delicate flavor and aroma, matcha has quickly become a favorite of tea-drinkers around the world, finding itself a staple in many specialty cafes in North America. Enjoyed in many different preparations, from traditional hand-whisked to specialty matcha lattes, there is a whole world of Japanese matcha flavor profiles to explore, and if you’re just beginning, don’t forget your matcha tea set!

How to Prepare Matcha 

Due to its uniquely powdered form, matcha requires a particular preparation process to enjoy properly. We suggest adding 2.5 ounces of under-boiling water (160ºF) to 1 teaspoon (~2 grams) of sifted matcha powder, whisking the mixture for 15 to 20 seconds. The whisking should alternate between a circular and side-to-side motion, after which the mixture should become pale green, frothy and light. To this mixture, you can add hot water for a traditional Japanese tea, or add steamed milk and sweeteners for a more modern latte.

FAQs

Yes, but the growing process is slightly different. While most green tea is cultivated under the sun, typical tea leaves for matcha are grown in the shade for three weeks before harvesting, resulting in a vibrant green, slightly less oxidized tea. Additionally, the powdered nature of matcha requires that drinkers consume the entirety of the tea leaf, rather than just the steeped tea extraction.

Matcha contains a considerable amount of caffeine, similar to that of a cup of coffee. This is because drinkers are consuming the entire leaf in the powder which means more caffeine is concentrated into the beverage when prepared.

Sifting and whisking matcha powder increases the quality and flavor of the tea. Failing to do so can lead to a poorly distributed, weak and muddled drink. The cup may also end up with a gritty and astringent mouthfeel, due to the dry clumps and improper extraction.

Cold or iced matchas are a popular beverage in many parts of the world, however the initial matcha mixture must still be prepared with warm water. To try a cold matcha, consider adding cold water, cold milk, or even lemonade and pouring over ice!

Exquisite Small Batch and Single-Origin Teas

The Rishi Tea & Botanicals is dedicated to quality and consistency, no matter where we source our tea from. All of our teas are blended in small batches in-house to promote the consistency of our teas, ensuring that each blend or origin you get will taste just as good as the last time. Whether it’s a unique single-cultivar matcha from Japan or an Oolong from the mountainous Fujian region of China, rest assured that your next selection is going to be a high quality, carefully crafted tea.