An exciting new green tea with the richness and antioxidant character of our African loose leaf teas but in a convenient powdered form. Full flavored green tea minus the vegetative notes typical of eastern greens. Excellent cup with light astringency. The convenience of high end loose leaf tea in powdered form - just add water. Matcha is an an excellent choice if using green tea for cooking and baking.

Matcha consists of stone ground leaves so it contains, by volume, higher concentrations of catechins, vitamins and L-theanine which is linked to increased alpha brain wave production and is considered a natural antidepressant, stress reliever and energy booster. Matcha contains approximately 10 times the polyphenols of regular teas. What is more, 2 cups of brewed matcha contains 7 times the antioxidants of orange juice, 20 times that of apple juice, and nearly 20 g of calcium.

Mass Market teas typically have a 5-6% antioxidant level. This tea has an ultra high antioxidant level of 12.30%

Hot Tea:
- Boil water, let cool to 200F
- Use approx. 2/3 - 1 tsp of powder per cup
- Pour water directly on powder
- To re-infuse use higher temperature/less time