{"product_id":"organic-culinary-matcha-tea-50g","title":"Organic Culinary Matcha Tea, 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine Japanese green tea powder for the small rituals of everyday cooking and drinking. This organic culinary matcha brings a grassy, smooth character to lattes, breakfast bowls, bakes and quiet afternoon cups.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGreen tea in its most versatile form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe powder blends straight into milk, water, smoothies or batter, giving colour and depth without loose leaves to strain.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIts green tea flavour sits naturally with vanilla, oat milk, white chocolate, citrus and lightly sweet doughs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse it when you want the taste of matcha to be present, not hidden, in everyday recipes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAs a true green tea, matcha naturally contains caffeine, making it better suited to daytime moments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe smooth powder format suits both whisked drinks and kitchen use, from lattes to icing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eJapanese leaves, stone-ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatcha is made from green tea leaves ground into a fine powder, so the whole leaf becomes part of the drink or recipe. This one is made from Japanese green tea leaves and stone-ground for a smooth culinary texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWays to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple cup, whisk a small amount with warm water until smooth, then drink as it is or add milk. For cooking, stir the powder into dry ingredients first, or make a paste with a little liquid before folding it through batter, cream, icing or porridge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoid boiling water for matcha. Very hot water can make green tea taste sharper and more bitter, while warm water keeps the flavour softer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA kitchen ritual with roots in tea culture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatcha belongs to the family of true teas made from Camellia sinensis, the same plant behind green, black and oolong tea. In Japan, finely powdered green tea has long been associated with careful preparation and attentive drinking. Culinary matcha takes that same powdered form into a more flexible kitchen setting, where it can colour a morning latte, deepen a sponge cake, or bring a green tea note to simple everyday recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKeep the powder fresh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore it tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from steam and strong kitchen smells. Use a dry spoon each time, as moisture can cause fine tea powder to clump.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 50 g of organic culinary matcha green tea powder.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA thoughtful gift for a home cook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone who loves Japanese flavours, matcha lattes, baking projects or a slower morning drink. Pair it with a favourite mug, a small whisk, or a simple cake recipe for a gift that feels personal and useful.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this matcha better for drinking or cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is culinary matcha, so it is made for everyday drinks, baking and cooking rather than formal tea preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA bamboo whisk gives the most traditional texture, but it is not essential for kitchen use. You can mix it into a paste first, then stir or whisk it into your drink or recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does matcha sometimes taste bitter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGreen tea can become sharper with boiling water or heavy use. Start with a small amount and warm water, then adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52982105375034,"sku":"ArtTT-07","price":13.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/bG9jYWw6Ly9tZWRpYS85Uy9DRC82MFIzMEMxSjY0VEtDRDlTL2RjOGYzMzg0LmpwZw_17dcb7d1-b431-4fc5-b951-e3983779cfc2.jpg?v=1772969815","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/organic-culinary-matcha-tea-50g","provider":"SHAMTAM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}