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What Matcha Does Starbucks Use? (Spoiler: It's Not Even Matcha)
What Matcha does Starbucks use? Good Question... SPOILER: it's not even 100% Matcha. Their green tea powder actually contains more sugar than matcha...
How to Make Matcha at Home (Easy and Quick)
So you want to make matcha at home but you don't have all the fancy gear? No worries. Making a great cup of matcha with tools you already have in your kitchen is easier than you think...
Should You Drink Matcha Before Bed?
Matcha has 66% less caffeine than coffee, and the L-theanine in Matcha has a relaxing effect. So, should you drink matcha before bed? Well...
5 Famous Matcha Regions in Japan (Terroir Guide)
Real Matcha comes from Japan. But like wine, some growing locations reign supreme. Learn which are the best and flavors and tastes you can expect from them.
Does Matcha Stain Teeth? (Here are the Medical-Backed Facts)
Does Matcha stain teeth? No! It can only stain the plaque on your teeth that can removed by brushing and flossing. Plus, Matcha is actually great for your oral health.
Yes, Matcha Green Has Caffeine (Here's Why)
Yes, Matcha has caffeine — 34mg per serving versus the 95mg in a cup of coffee. Learn why all tea has caffeine, and how it differs from coffee.
What is Matcha? (The World’s Most Comprehensive Guide)
Matcha is a green tea from Japan that is shaded before harvesting and ground into a powder. Celebrated for its health benefits and umami taste. Learn more here!
How to Make a Hot Matcha Latte (Plant Based)
Looking for the best plant based Matcha latte? Learn how to brew an authentic, Japanese style matcha latte with plant based Oat Milk easily from your own home.
Caffeine: Is it Safe to Drink Matcha Tea While Pregnant?
Is it safe to drink Matcha while pregnant? Yes! Matcha has about 25mg of caffeine per cup, which is far less than the 90mg in a cup of Coffee.
How much Caffeine is in Matcha?
How much caffeine is in Matcha? About 34mg per service, or roughly half a cup of coffee. Learn more about Caffeine's important role in Matcha tea.
Caffeine in Tea: The Whole Story
How much Caffeine is in tea? Does green tea have more caffeine than black tea? And what is decaffeinated tea all about? We'll cover all that in more in our coverage of caffeine in tea.
A Brief History of Tea
Did you know that one of the world’s largest instances of corporate espionage was over Chinese tea? Learn the bizarre history of tea.