We explain the different ways to make your matcha tea with or without a bamboo whisk.
There are different ways to prepare your matcha whether you bought a bamboo whisk or the tea on it’s own. The key difference is that the bamboo whisk really assists in mixing the matcha thoroughly to deliver a smoother tea.
Preparing matcha with no bamboo whisk
- Place 1/4 teaspoon of matcha into a cup and add a splash of hot (not boiling) water
- Using your spoon mix thoroughly to remove any lumps of matcha – i usually use the sides of the tea cup to assist with this
- Top up with more hot water for a hot drink or iced water and ice for an iced matcha tea. Enjoy!
Preparing matcha with a bamboo whisk
- Place 1 level scoop (or 1/4 teaspoon) of matcha into the bottom of a wide tea cup or bowl and break up the powder using the ends of the whisk
- Add a small dash of hot water (2 table spoons) & whisk thoroughly in a “W” motion for about 5 seconds until the matcha is well mixed.
- Top up with more hot water for a hot drink or iced water and ice for an iced matcha tea. Enjoy!
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