Matcha tea: boosting green tea’s benefits When you walk into your favorite café for breakfast or to grab a morning coffee, you'll likely spot a matcha option on the menu, too. Matcha has origins in China and became extremely popular in Japan. More recently, it's become a drink of choice in many other countries, including the United States.
COFFEE VS. MATCHA TEA: WHAT DOES YOUR MORNING DRINK CHOICE SAY ABOUT YOU? Matcha, which is green, offers consumers earthy notes in every sip. It's a type of powered green tea made from the Camellia sinensis plant, which is similar to green tea.
What really makes matcha different is the way the plant is grown, being protected by the shade leading up to its harvesting. When the plant is harvested, its stems and veins are removed, and the entire leaf is turned into a fine powder. Matcha is full of health benefits that make it a popular beverage to drink before a busy day.
(iStock) Matcha can be consumed in a variety of ways, most commonly in the form of a beverage. In order to make matcha tea, which can be enjoyed hot or iced, simply mix the powder into your water. You can also combine matcha powder with milk, for more of a latte-type drink.
Alternatively, you can include matcha powder in baked goods or sprinkle it over oatmeal or a healthy acai bowl. Matcha isn't famous for its taste alone, it's also popular for its health benefits. Matcha can be served hot or iced.
You can buy matcha from your local café or make it yourself at home. (i.
