What is Matcha?

Referred to by some as “green tea on steroids,” Matcha is a powdered green tea that delivers even more health benefits than brewed tea. We call all of our grades ‘Matcha” We carry both the Japanese grades and a lesser more economical Chinese organic grade. When you drink Matcha you ingest the whole leaf, not […]

Irish Matcha Smoothie

Ingredients: 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice) 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon matcha powder 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup rolled oats (optional, for added texture and fiber) Handful of spinach leaves (optional, […]

Spring Awakening: Distinctly Tea’s Matcha Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon matcha powder 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1 large egg 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Maple syrup, to serve Fresh blueberries, to serve Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, matcha powder, […]

Matcha

Matcha is a variety of fine, powdered green tea used particularly in the Japanese tea ceremony, as well as to flavour and dye foods such as mochi and soba noodles, green tea ice cream and a variety of wagashi (Japanese confectionery). The most famous matcha producing regions are Uji in Kyoto, Nishio in Aichi, Shizuoka, and northern Kyushu. The flavour of matcha is dominated by its amino acids. The highest grades of matcha have more intense sweetness and deeper flavour than the standard or coarser grades of tea harvested later in the year.   Matcha Green Tea Benefits - The …

Matcha Japan Green Tea Sublime sku 3103 from Distinctly Tea inc

Matcha is simply Green Tea from the Camelia sinensis plant. Our Sublime grade is an organic shade grown finely powdered grade from the Nishio region of Japan, a well recognized Matcha growing region. The finest green teas are shade-grown (to enhance chlorophyll content) and hand-picked, Only the top tier leaves are used . After the stems and veins have been removed, the leaves (aka Tencha) are carefully stone ground on artisanal granite mills to produce a very fine (5-10 microns) powder. This means you are consuming the entire leaf when drinking Matcha less the bitter stem and veins. Our Sublime …

Breakfast Smoothie Bowl with Matcha from Distinctly Tea

Instead of drinking a really thick smoothie why not pour it into a bowl, add some toppings and eat it like oatmeal. Your toppings could be whatever you have on hand and can change depending on your cravings for that day. Avocado makes the creamiest smoothies and its healthy fats are really good for you. These filling smoothies are a great start to the day.

Our best Matcha grade! Organic Japanese shade-grown #greentea Matcha powder.

Our best Matcha grade. This Organic Japanese shade-grown #greentea Matcha powder, “Camellia sinensis” is sure to please Matcha lovers’ who make their Matcha with water. Crafted for sophisticated chefs’ palates, it has a Silky & lingering #sweet  aftertaste. We call this a ‘thick’ matcha meaning it may be made with more matcha for those who […]

Make your Matcha like a pro!

When making Matcha in a traditional style, it helps to have the right tools. At Distinctly Tea, you can get everything you need to make your Matcha the way it’s supposed to be made. Whisks and scoops (pictured) are always available, as are a variety of different Matcha bowls. 🍵 #japanesematcha #matchalatte #matchagreentea #matcharecipes #matchacake […]