PREMIUM GUIDE
How to Make Matcha
Based on Available Equipment
Choose your setup and follow the simple steps below.
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Bowl & Whisk
- Sift in about 2.5 gm matcha into a bowl
- Add 100 ml of hot (not boiling) water
- Whisk vigorously in a zig-zag motion (keep whisk in warm water before using) until you get a microfoam (about 1–2 minutes)
- Add milk, ice, and sweetener (honey) in a glass and top it up with the prepared matcha. Sip & enjoy!
02
Mixie/Grinder
- Add 100 ml of water to your mixie and sift in 2.5 gm matcha
- Mix well, add about 300 ml of milk & sweetener, mix again
- Pour, sip & enjoy!
03
Hand Blender/Frother
- Add 100 ml of water to your cup and sift in 2.5 gm matcha
- Mix well, add about 300 ml of milk & sweetener, mix again
- Pour, sip & enjoy!
Expert Tips
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Temperature Matters
Use water around 175°F (80°C) - not boiling - to avoid bitterness.
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Water Quality
Use filtered or spring water for the best taste experience.
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Quick Whisking
Whisk for about 15-30 seconds until you see frothy bubbles forming.
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Storage
Keep matcha in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Essential Equipment
Bamboo Whisk (Chasen)
Essential for creating frothy, smooth matcha
Bamboo Scoop (Chashaku)
Perfect for measuring the right amount of matcha
Matcha Bowl
Traditional bowl or any wide cup works well
Fine Mesh Sieve
Removes clumps for a silky smooth texture