How to Make Matcha at Home

 

I feel like matcha is gaining insane popularity right now, and it’s for a good reason. Matcha has a ton of positive health benefits: it provides you with sustained energy, can improve your skin texture, contributes to stronger heart and brain health — you get the picture. It also doesn’t leave you with the dreaded post-caffeine crash, which is a major win in my book.

I used to drink coffee so it would wake me up in the mornings, but I never really loved the taste. Plus, every day by noon, I was yawning and completely crashing. A few months ago, I switched to matcha (I have coffee maybe once every two weeks as a treat) and I swear I’ll never look back.

Here, I’m answering exactly what matcha is, what the health benefits of matcha are, and how to make matcha at home. I know that not everyone loves the taste, but if you do like it, it’s great to incorporate in your everyday life!

What is Matcha?

Matcha is green tea that’s ground into a powder form. It contains high levels of antioxidants, specifically catechin, which are super concentrated. These help protect the body from free radicals, which can cause damage to the body.

Why Is Matcha so Good for You?

Matcha contains L-theanine, an amino acid which leaves you with a calm energy. It’s known to provide sustained energy that can help reduce stress levels — all without making you crash at noon. My sister-in-law calls it liquid Adderall (lol).

The iconic green drink can also boost metabolism, lower cholesterol, protect your liver, and assist with anti-aging benefits.

how to make matcha at home

How to Make Matcha at Home

It seems like there are a ton of matcha brands on the market, all at very different price points. Ceremonial and premium grade matcha is best for drinking (these do tend to cost more) while culinary grade matcha is great for baking (you can still drink culinary grade!)

When it comes to making matcha, I’m an iced girly through and through. However, I do love a good hot matcha sometimes too! I don’t usually make it the traditional way, this is just the way I prefer to whip it up. If you’re a matcha expert, please don’t come after me.

In a Blender

I love prepping my matcha this way because I feel like it makes it frothier and creamier.

You will need:

  • 1 serving of matcha (or 1 ½ to 2 servings if you’re craving more)

  • Non-dairy milk

  • Dash of cinnamon (optional)

  • Sweetener (optional)
    - Stevia, monk fruit, honey, maple syrup are all great options

  • Fiber powder or collagen (optional)
    - I have found that you can add this without modifying the taste or texture.

Instructions:

Blend all the ingredients until mixed and pour over ice — so simple!

Iced With a Whisk

All the products I use are linked below.

You will need:

  • Electric whisk or hand whisk

  • 1 serving of matcha

  • Non-dairy milk

  • Dash of cinnamon (optional)

  • Sweetener (optional)

  • Ice

Instructions:

  1. Heat a little bit of water and pour into a small bowl or cup (Try not to boil the water fully because it can make the matcha taste bitter)

  2. Add a serving of matcha and your sweetener or cinnamon (if using)

  3. Use your hand or electric whisk to stir

  4. Fill a cup with ice and non-dairy milk a little more than halfway full

  5. Pour matcha over the ice and milk, stir, and enjoy!

Hot

You will need:

  • Frother

  • 1 serving of matcha

  • Non-dairy milk

  • Dash of cinnamon

  • Sweetener (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Add a little hot water to a cup

  2. Use a frother (this one is my favorite) to froth some non-dairy milk

  3. Add matcha serving, cinnamon (if using), and sweetener (if using) to the water and whisk

  4. Pour into a mug, add more water to desired amount, then top with non-dairy milk and stir

how to make matcha at home

These are my go-to drinking glasses for matcha — such a great Amazon find!

The Best Matcha Powder

I have tried all of these matcha brands and would order any of them again.

Matchabar Matcha

Hone Mushroom Matcha

how to make matcha at home

Use code WHITSICH for a discount!

Nekohama Matcha

PureChimp Matcha

AprikaLife Matcha

The Gadgets I Use to Make Matcha

These are all items I like to have on hand when I make my matcha — and they’re all available on Amazon!

Electric Whisk

I personally prefer to use an electric frother when I make my matcha, and this is the exact one I use. It makes the drink so much foamier, which makes it taste more like a treat.

Matcha Hand Whisk

If you’d rather keep things simple by using a hand whisk, this is a great one that’s specifically designed to make matcha.

Electric Frother

I’m totally obsessed with this frother. It’s perfect for heating milk and it does a great job at making cold and hot foam.

Drinking Glasses With Lids

These are my favorite drinking glasses — just be sure to keep them away from kids!

Glass Tumbler

These tumblers are slightly more toddler-proof and they come in a ton of colors.

That’s it! I hope this post helps you on your matcha making journey. There are so many ways you can make it, but it might take some time to figure out what you like best.

With so many health benefits, I really do think that matcha is a great alternative to coffee if you’re trying to make a switch. Let me know if you make any of these recipes or if you try any of my favorite matcha brands!

 
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