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How to Make Traditional Matcha Tea
Making traditional matcha tea is a simple process that can be easily learned with a little bit of practice.
All you need is a traditional matcha tea set, which consists of a bowl (chawan), a bamboo whisk (chasen), and a tea scoop (chashaku).
With these tools, you will be able to make authentic matcha tea in just a few steps.
Step One: Prepare the Matcha Bowl
The first step is to prepare the matcha bowl, or chawan.
To do this, you will need to sift 1-2 scoops of matcha powder into the bowl. Sifting the powder helps to prevent clumps from forming and makes for a smoother tea.
Once the powder is in the bowl, add hot water and use the bamboo whisk to mix everything together until it forms a smooth paste.
Step Two: Prepare the Tea Scoop and Whisk
The next step is to prepare the tea scoop and bamboo whisk.
To do this, simply rinse them both with hot water.
This will help to prevent the matcha from sticking to the utensils and making them more difficult to clean.
Step Three: Scoop Matcha Into Bowl
Once the utensils are prepared, it's time to scoop some matcha into the bowl. Using the tea scoop, measure out 1-2 scoops of powder and add it to the bowl.
Again, feel free to sift the powder if desired.
Step Four: Add Hot Water and Whisk Together
Now it's time to add hot water to the bowl. The water should be about 160 degrees Fahrenheit—hot but not boiling.
Too much heat will make the tea bitter, so be careful not to let it get too hot.
Once you've added the desired amount of water, use the bamboo whisk to mix everything together until it forms a smooth paste.
Step Five: Enjoy Your Matcha Tea!
And that's it! Your traditional matcha tea is now ready to drink. Enjoy it on its own or with a snack such as sweetened red bean paste (anko) or mochi rice cakes.
There you have it! A simple guide on how to make traditional matcha tea using a chawan, chasen, chashaku, and always use a tea container for storage.
With just a bit of practice, you'll be an expert in no time at all. So get your hands on a traditional matcha set and give it a try!
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Traditional Matcha Sets: How to Use Them
Blog Introduction: Japanese matcha has become increasingly popular in recent years, both in Japan and abroad.
Part of this popularity is due to the fact that matcha can be enjoyed in many different ways.
One way to enjoy matcha is by using a traditional matcha set. In this blog post, we'll show you how to use a traditional matcha set and what items are included.
A traditional matcha set usually includes four items: a matcha bowl (chukan), a tea whisk (chasen), a tea scoop (chashaku), and a tray (natsume).
The first step is to sift the matcha powder into the bowl using the tea scoop. This helps to avoid clumps from forming when you whisk the powder later on.
Next, use hot water (between 160-180 degrees Fahrenheit) to wet the tea whisk and bowl.
This helps to warm up the bowl and prevent the matcha powder from clumping up when you add hot water later on.
Then, add two ounces of hot water to the bowl and use the tea whisk to whisk the powder until it forms a frothy foam on top.
Be sure to whisk in a W pattern so that all of the powder gets evenly combined with the water.
Once you've achieved a foamy consistency, it's time to enjoy your cup of matcha! You can drink it as is, or add some milk or sugar if you prefer.
If you have any matcha left over in your bowl, simply pour it back into the container it came in for storage.
Related : What is the spoon in a matcha set for?
We hope this blog post has given you a better understanding of how to use a traditional matcha kit.
Matcha is a versatile beverage that can be enjoyed in many different ways, and we encourage you to experiment until you find your perfect cup!
Do you have any tips for making perfect matcha?