One of the most common questions customers ask about tea is about the difference between green tea and matcha.
This article briefly explains the differences between these two tea.
1. Differences in form
Green tea is available in tea leaves, tea bags and powder.
Matcha is only available in powdered form.
Therefore, when brewing green tea, use a kyusu (teapot), etc., and when making matcha, use a chasen (tea whisk).
2. Cultivation method
Tea leaves grown for matcha are covered for 3-4 weeks before harvesting to block out light and concentrate the umami flavor.
Tea leaves grown for green tea are generally not covered.
3. Taste differences
Green tea has a refreshing taste and mellow aroma.
In particular, green tea made with cold brew is recommended as an everyday drink in summer, as it also reduces bitterness and caffeine.
In contrast, matcha, as explained in section 2, is grown using special cultivation methods and therefore contains a lot of Umami and has a mild sweetness.
Drink it with sweet treats for a luxurious experience.
Just be careful not to drink too much matcha, as its caffeine content is higher than that of other teas.
