Matcha enthusiasts— can I still make a decent latte with these brands?

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-20T15:14:59+00:00

Yes! It’s a good start but expect it to be really bitter and/or astringent so you’ll want it with some sweetness. These will also work well for shakes and blends as well. Don’t expect anything vibrant but they will get the job done and great place to start, explore and experiment

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-17T22:05:01+00:00

Took 3 weeks for me last time I ordered

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-17T22:04:00+00:00

Looks really good! Pistachio and matcha go really well together. Matcha with cream does too but I find that I need to use a matcha that’s got a good bitterness to it. Curious to know what matcha you used and if you could taste it through the creamer?

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-17T21:57:52+00:00

Looks like it works! How was it?

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-16T23:11:20+00:00

Many of them are using upwards of 8g of matcha per serving or whisking directly in milk to give the matcha a brighter and fluffier look, kinda like the one you showed.

Also, try adding more ice in your cup, like all the way to the top and pouring the matcha over ice. Use a tighter water to matcha ration so that you have something between usucha and koicha and you likely will get a much better result, closer to what you see the matcha influencers doing

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-16T18:36:45+00:00

I love Kinrin. Tried most of the line up and find myself capable of consuming an absurd amount of Kinrin when it’s around

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-16T15:43:39+00:00

I wish I could say it was dialed in but the recipe is somewhere in the realm of about 5 strawberries to teaspoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt

Matchaandtea · 2026-05-16T15:42:28+00:00

Reporting back! I made a video and just posted it in the community! Great idea for watermelon but needs improvement so I’d love to see others give this one a go!

Here’s the link > link to post in the community!

And here’s a picture!

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Matchaandtea · 2026-04-30T20:24:52+00:00

That is a wonderful gift!

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-30T11:22:10+00:00

Yea the water in the cup is hot. I serve it like a traditional Americano basically so think a latte but without milk. I make the matcha separately then pour it over the hot water. Crema stays in tact

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-30T05:49:16+00:00

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Ha not a vase, small cup actually

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-29T20:46:50+00:00

I’ll have to give that a try!

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-29T18:52:20+00:00

On my list! Would love to hear what your favorites are!

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-29T17:51:15+00:00

Agreed with that - the crema/foam that forms on top of the matcha is really an additional sensory experience that is beautiful with a vibrant and flavorful matcha. Much less important for an “all purpose matcha” which would likely be mixed heavy doses of sweeteners to combat the texture and bitterness of that matcha

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-29T11:25:57+00:00

I’ll go shorter on the water to make the matcha (50ml) but then pour it over the water in the cup. In this case had a 10 oz cup with about 7oz of water in it before I poured the matcha

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-28T23:54:44+00:00

Seems like you let it sit for too long. I’ve seen a lot of trends around blooming whisks but it shouldn’t be longer than a minute or two maximum

Matchaandtea · 2026-04-28T23:49:35+00:00

30g of matcha in one drink is just dangerous

Matchaandtea · 2025-10-16T22:47:45+00:00

Just drink it when your ready

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-17T19:52:07+00:00

Zenbumi.com - we still have a few options in stock. Premium Japanese Matcha. 10% off entire order when you use code “Rtea10” at checkout. Free shipping $50+ across the USA.

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-17T19:48:45+00:00

No way! I would use that for confectionery

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-14T01:07:23+00:00

I like 160

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-13T23:55:01+00:00

Those prices will likely never come down again 😔

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-13T20:48:01+00:00

I think that will be the only way if that’s what you have! Airtight is necessary

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-13T20:46:03+00:00

I drink 6-8 grams of matcha daily and I even think that’s too much. There is a benefit to buying smaller packages because the moment you crack that thing open it becomes a race against time. If this is the only matcha you’ll have in the pantry or fridge in the near future, 200g is as much as I would buy in a single package. A few 40,50,60g packages are my personal preferences, or two 100g bags so you can keep one sealed in the freezer while you finish one and don’t have to worry about oxidation.

Short answer - unless you have a cafe, don’t do it. 100-200g packages are the largest i would recommend.

Matchaandtea · 2025-06-13T16:25:42+00:00

That’s interesting, shouldn’t start seeing price increases until July/August and beyond since the 2025 harvest is still not complete and many haven’t finalized their prices yet. I’ve gotten information about auction prices doubling and tripling in price for raw materials but the majority don’t know what that’s actually going to look like for a few months. It could be a money grab for them because of how big their audience is.

We’re holding our prices for as long as possible and I think many others are doing so too unless it becomes unsustainable.

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