Matcha Tea: Ritual, Energy and Secrets of Green Powder
Matcha.ae tea is not just a drink. It is a tradition, a ritual, an art that has absorbed the centuries-old culture of Japan. Imagine: a thick green foam, a rich aroma of freshly cut grass, a subtle bitter taste that reveals a soft sweetness. Brewing matcha is a whole process that requires concentration and calmness. But before diving into this tea meditation, let's figure out what matcha is and what its secret is. What is a match? Green tea in powder form. But it's not just green tea – it's a bright green powder made from selected tea leaves grown in the shade, dried and ground to powder. The history of the match begins in China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907). There, tea was roasted, ground and cooked with the addition of salt and mint. Matcha came to Japan along with Zen Buddhism, where it became an important part of the tea ceremony. Production secrets To obtain matcha, tea bushes are covered from the sun 10 weeks before harvesting. The leaves grow slowly, accumulate ...