Is there anyone who *shouldn’t* drink matcha?
People who can’t tolerate any caffeine at all shouldn’t have matcha, even though it’s very lightly caffeinated (25mg caffeine per gram of matcha)
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Do I need to be concerned about radiation or lead?
No. We’ve tested for cesium and other radiation every year since the 2011 Fukushima accident, and we’re clear. We’ve also tested (third party) for lead and other heavy metals. None of have been detected.
What is Matcha?
A brief definition and four main distinguishing features of matcha.
Thick or Thin Matcha? Why No in Between?
Traditional matcha service in Japan focuses on thick matcha (koicha) or thin matcha (usucha), but the sweet spot is somewhere in between.
New to Matcha?
Just getting interested in matcha? Start here.
World-Class Wine, World-Class Matcha
Matcha shares so much in common with wine, from cultivation to harvest to processing to final enjoyment.
Health Benefits of Matcha
There are so many reasons matcha is good for you, and the list keeps growing.
How Can You Tell Good Matcha From Bad Matcha -- Color is Key
Learn how matcha color, aroma, taste, finish, and texture are indicators of good, and bad, matcha.
Organic Matcha Versus Conventional Matcha
It’s counterintuitive, but organic matcha is by no means the better choice when it comes to great matcha.