{"product_id":"ceremonial-matcha-organic-w-s","title":"Ceremonial Matcha, Organic WS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan, with its warm climate and ample rain, is a perfect environment for tea growing. Tea growing is thought to have begun here in the 8th century. While other countries grow their tea bushes on hillsides and pick teas by hand, Japanese gardens are meticulously planted in rows along hills close to natural water sources. Although some teas are hand-picked in Japan, most of the tea grown here is mechanically picked and processed using high tech machinery. Also, unlike other countries that designate their teas by regions or estates, Japanese teas are generally sold by styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatcha is powdered tea used in the Japanese tea ceremonies, and is a favorite of bakers as it provides a vivid green color and unique taste to a wide array of baked goods. It is reported that it has over 133 times more antioxidants than blueberries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis organic matcha originates from the Kagoshima Prefecture located at the southwest tip of Kyushu. This region is made up of long flat terrain which is perfect for planting and harvesting mechanically. This harvest method produces very precise and evenness for each tea leaf. Matcha is made from tea leaves that are shade grown, similar to Gyokuro, which are ground into a powder using stone mills Our organic matcha has a vibrant, aromatic, creamy green tea taste that has no bitterness and is perfect hot or cold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertified Organic \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"75\" width=\"235\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/icons_-_kosherORGVeg.png?v=1758209439\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo make Usucha (thin, mild matcha - the standard way): Sift matcha for a mellow flavor and smooth texture. Place 2 chashaku (bamboo scoop) or 1 tsp of sifted matcha into the chawan (bowl). Pour 70 ml (2.37 fl. oz.) of hot (175º or less ) water in the chawan. Use the chasen (bamboo whisk) to mix matcha into a delicious frothy brew. Rapidly whisk until a fine foam appears on the surface, which means the tea is smooth and ready to drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo make Koicha (thick, strong matcha - the formal tea ceremony): Place 4 chashaku or 2 tsp. of sifted matcha into the chawan. Pour 50ml (1.70 fl. oz.) of hot water into the chawan and whisk with the chasen. Koicha is not frothy like Usucha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in kraft foil lined bags. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMATCHA TEA LEMON SQUARES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicious green tea and lemon squares!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"276\" width=\"330\" style=\"margin-right: 20px; float: left;\" alt=\"Matcha Tea Lemon Squares\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/MatchaTeaLemonSquares_480x480.jpg?v=1660127193\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottom:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2 cup (1 stick) butter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 cup all purpose flour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4 cup confectioners' sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 tsp Matcha, green tea powder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTopping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 eggs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 cup sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Tbsp lemon juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Tbsp flour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea pinch of salt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreheat oven to 350F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut the butter into the flour, confectioners' sugar and matcha tea and press into a 9-inch square pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until light brown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombine the topping ingredients. When the bottom is done, and still hot, pour the topping over it and continue baking for about 25 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecipe adapted from King Arthur Baking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"352\" width=\"265\" style=\"margin-left: 20px; float: right;\" alt=\"Matcha Berry Smoothie\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/MatchaBerrySmoothie_480x480.jpg?v=1660127228\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBERRY MATCHA SMOOTHIE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 cup frozen blueberries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 cup low-fat Vanilla Yogurt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 tsps. Matcha, green tea powder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 ice cubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/2 cup almond milk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 banana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePut all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Makes 2 glasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"305 Ingredients","offers":[{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":48123473756386,"sku":"T1190     1OZ","price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Ounce","offer_id":48123473789154,"sku":"T1190     4OZ","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/CeremonialMatchaLabels.jpg?v=1785325062","url":"https:\/\/svtea.com\/products\/ceremonial-matcha-organic-w-s","provider":"Simpson \u0026 Vail ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}