Harimaen Organic Uji Matcha Green Tea Powder 30g

Harimaen Organic Uji Matcha Green Tea Powder 30g

Organic Uji Matcha Green Tea Powder by Harimaen produced only using the handpicked green tea leaves cultivated under Japanese Organic JAS Certification, USDA Organic Certification, and EU Organic Certification standards. By carefully choosing the finest ingredients, this matcha powder has an elegant taste without bitterness.

This matcha powder is delicious as a ceremonial-style matcha drink or uses to make lattes or other cooking recipes.

We are using the organically cultivated Uji green tea leaves so you can enjoy plenty of mellow, rich, and natural flavor without worrying about any agricultural chemicals.

Still curious about matcha? Read our exclusive article about matcha and uji matcha.

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Matcha Tea And Its Benefits: Why It Is Good For Your Health?

Matcha tea has been around for centuries in Japan's tea history. But in recent years, matcha tea has become increasingly popular not only because of its taste but because of its benefits for health And beauty effect.This article will help to answer all your question regarding matcha tea.

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[High-Quality Matcha] Why Uji Matcha has Outstanding Quality Compared to Others?

Uji Matcha is very famous for outstanding, high-quality matcha products in Japan. Uji Matcha is a matcha tea cultivated in four prefectures such as Kyoto, Nara, Shiga, and Mie. However, Uji Matcha products can only be manufactured within Kyoto Prefecture by tea producers from Kyoto.

Uji Matcha,The Excellent Green Powder from Southern Kyoto, Japan

Uji Matcha is a matcha produce in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, which is well-known for its superior quality of tea from the 1100s. They are considered to have the highest quality of tea cultivation in Japan.

We are using the organically cultivated Uji green tea leaves so you can enjoy plenty of mellow, rich, and natural flavor without worrying about any agricultural chemicals.

The Process of Making Uji Matcha

1. Hand-picked the uji green tea leaves. About two weeks before tea picking, the leaves are covered by the so-called Yoshizu Tana that is a wide rack made by sandalwood so that they are not exposed to direct sunlight.

2. Steamed the picked tea leaves to prevent unevenless.

3. Dried the tea leaves.

4. Break the leaves into small pieces and gently remove the veins.

5. Spread and dry the leaves.

6. Gently grind the dried tea leaves with a stone mill into the finished matcha.

The Difference Between Matcha Tea and Green Tea

These teas seem very similar, so it's a natural thing that at the first time everyone could not really know the difference.

Matcha tea and green tea comes from the same plant, that is Camellia Sinensis. But they do have differences in flavors, texture, colors, and preparing methods.

Here are the differences between matcha tea and green tea.

Matcha

The main difference between matcha and regular green tea is the cultivation method. During cultivation, Matcha leaves are shaded from the sunlight with blinds or straws for two to three weeks before they are picked. This is a big difference from green tea and is a key process that makes matcha what it is.

By blocking sunlight, chlorophyll increases, allowing the tea leaves to maintain their vibrant green color and its particular taste. For this reason, matcha is more expensive than regular green tea.

Matcha always comes in a powdered form and it has a rich, stronger, and bitter than green tea leaves. It is recommended to mix 1-2 tsp of matcha powder with 60ml of water at 70°C in one serving. Whisk it well using a chasen (bamboo matcha whisk). In Japan, we usually drink matcha together with Japanese traditional sweets.

Green Tea

Green tea comes in the form of tea bags, tea leaves, and sometimes powdered. Although they come from the same plant as matcha (camellia sinensis), the cultivation is done under plenty exposure of to sunlight. The color appears to be more brown and dull than matcha.

To make green tea, you just need to boil the leaves in hot water between 70°C to 90°C. The temperature of the water can affect the taste and aroma of the tea. 70°C water will deliver a pleasant flavor and minimize the bitterness. While 90°C can provide a stronger aroma of the tea.

Amazing Benefits of Matcha

In recent years, matcha has become increasingly popular not only because of its taste but because matcha also has benefits for health and beauty effect. Because matcha is 100% finely grounded green tea leaves into a fine powder, it has lots of nutrients from other teas.

In fact, the nutrients in one cup of matcha are equal to 10 cups of green tea.

Here are some benefits of consuming matcha.

Health Benefit 1: Packed with Antioxidants

Matcha is rich in catechins, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) — one of the plant compounds in tea that act as natural antioxidants.

The antioxidants may prevent damage that caused by free radicals, therefore consuming matcha tea could lower the risk of several chronic diseases for your body. Matcha tea contains 137 times more antioxidants than green tea.

Health Benefit 2: Gives Relaxation Effect

According to studies, the active amino acid (L-theanine) contained in matcha tea induces relaxation effect. L-theanine stimulates the alpha brain waves that could create deep mental relaxation.

This amino acid is responsible to give the umami flavor that becomes the characteristic flavor of tea.

Health Benefit 3: Helps With Weight Loss

A study shows that drinking 4 cups of matcha tea in 24 hours can enhance fat oxidation by 18% during brisk walking in healthy females. Every one cup is made with 1 gram of matcha tea powder.

This proves that 4 cups of matcha tea’s composition is sufficient on the metabolic responses during exercise. So consuming matcha to start your day might make your workouts and diets more effective.

Health Benefit 4: Gives You Energy

Chlorophyll is a natural green pigment contained in all green parts of plants, including matcha tea.

As chlorophyll creates energy for the plant, they can provide energy to your body.

The energy does not get absorbed in the body but travels through digestive track instead. So it makes you fuller longer and prevent overeating.

How to Enjoy Uji Matcha Deliciously

Hot Matcha

The most traditional way to serve matcha powder. It is very strong in taste and contains lots of nutrients. You could taste the rich and elegant taste of matcha like in the Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony.

ingredients (1 Serving)

• 1/2 Tsp (2gr) Matcha Powder
• 60cc Hot Water (80 degree celcius)

Tools

• Small bowl
• Hand sifter
• Bamboo matcha whisk / Electric milk frother

How to Make

1. Filter the powder with a hand sifter.
2. Place 1/2 tsp of Organic Uji Matcha Powder to a bowl.
3. Add hot water and stirs it quickly with a matcha whisk or a milk frother.
4. Stir about 10-15 seconds. Stir until the matcha is frothy. And the matcha is ready to serve.

Matcha Latte

Everyone's most favorite way to enjoy matcha. Who doesn't love to enjoy matcha with milk? You can also add honey as sweetener or cocoa powder at your own preference. Enjoy it hot or ice!

ingredients (1 Serving)

• 1/2 Tsp (2gr) Matcha Powder
• 60cc Hot Water (80 degree celcius)
• 12cc Hot Milk
• Honey (optional)

Tools

• Small bowl
• Hand sifter
• Bamboo matcha whisk / Electric milk frother

How to Make

1. Filter the powder with a hand sifter.
2. Place 1/2 tsp of Organic Uji Matcha Powder to the bowl.
3. Add hot water and stirs it quickly with a matcha whisk or a milk frother.
4. Stir about 10-15 seconds. Stir until the matcha is frothy.
5. Add the milk
6. Add the honey (optional).
7. The matcha latte is ready to serve

Product Detail

Name	Harimaen Organic Uji Matcha Green Tea Powder
Contents	30g
Raw Ingredients	Organic green tea (Kyoto)
Production Area	Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Expiration Date	About 8 months
Preservation Method	Store in a cool and dry place. Avoid direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.