Perfect for Beginners
A Simple Guide to Making a Delicious Cup
Matcha might seem difficult to make without special tools and etiquette.
However, by understanding the key points, you can easily enjoy delicious matcha at home.
This page provides a clear explanation of the basic preparation method.
Pour in hot water
Slowly pour the hot water from the teapot into the matcha bowl.
How to hold a tea whisk and a tea bowl
Hold the bamboo whisk in your dominant hand and use your other hand to support the matcha bowl so it doesn't slip.
Mix slowly
To dissolve the matcha powder evenly in the hot water, stir slowly for about 10 seconds in a circular motion along the rim of the matcha bowl.
Mix them in a "river" shape.
Lift the tea whisk slightly above the bottom of the bowl, and using a flick of your wrist, whisk for about 30 seconds, drawing a "river" shape.
Mix the surface
To create a finer lather, gently stir the surface of the foam.
Lift the tea whisk
Gently lift the tea whisk. A gentle cup of tea is complete.
Bringing matcha closer to you
Matcha isn't just for special occasions. Enjoy it in the morning,
with a sweet treat, or as a quiet cup to savor.
We hope you'll enjoy it without overthinking it. At Chamurie-tei, we offer matcha that's easy to enjoy at home. We also have matcha that's easy for beginners to try, so please take a look if you're interested.
