Matcha is everywhere. In the lattes of trendy cafés, the zen rituals on your social networks, or the healthy recipes of modern gourmets.
But we often hesitate. Because we think it's too bitter, too technical, or reserved for connoisseurs.
The Master tells you: matcha is no mystery.
It's a simple art, a noble plant, an invitation to calm in a fast-paced world.
Here are 6 truths you need to know to tame green gold... and enjoy your first cup with pleasure (and confidence).
1. You don't need a bamboo whisk to get started
The matcha impresses. We see precise gestures, ceramic bowls, a bamboo whisk(chasen)...
But to get started, you don't need the whole kit and caboodle: a simple spoon or small milk frother is all you need. What counts is the intention.
A good matcha, a little hot water, a vegetable milk... and already, a break is taking shape.
🕒 To make now:
Mix 1 tsp matcha in 50 ml hot water (75°C). Add hot or cold milk.
Option: a cloud of maple syrup. A moment of calm is guaranteed.
Want a gentle start?
→ Discover Matcha Kumo - ideal for lattes
2. Good matcha is not bitter. We promise.
Many people give up on matcha after the first sip is too hot, too strong, too disappointing.
But the truth is, good matcha isn't supposed to be bitter.
When properly prepared, at the right temperature, it reveals round, slightly sweet, vegetal notes, like a tender leaf warmed by the sun.
🕒 To do now:
Heat your water to 75°C (not boiling). Whisk gently. Taste without sugar.
If it's balanced and smooth... you've just met a real matcha.
Try Matcha Camellia - soft, herbal, slightly sweet
3. Matcha awakens without shaking
Coffee goes up fast... but often comes down too hard.
Matcha, on the other hand, offers a different kind of energy: slower, calmer, more constant.
This is the effect of caffeine combined with L-theanine, an amino acid naturally present in green tea. Together, they support concentration without tension, momentum without agitation.
🕒 To do now:
Try a matcha instead of your afternoon coffee. Drink slowly.
Note how you feel an hour later. Your body will speak for itself.
Need clear, steady support?
→ Try Matcha Uji - ceremonial and focused
4. Real matcha, now. Not in 3 months.
The world discovers matcha... but the supply can't keep up.
Japanese harvests are limited, prices rise and stocks melt.
As a result, major distributors sometimes sell matcha that is too green, too bitter or too processed.
At Maître du Thé, we have selected recent, well-preserved harvests of authentic origin.
No compromises, no unnecessary additions, no waiting.
🕒 Do now:
Take advantage of our stocks still available. Choose a matcha to suit your needs - without hurrying, but without waiting either.
Explore Matcha Sora - gentle, accessible, perfect for beginners
5. Think you don't like matcha? Try this one.
The taste of matcha can be surprising at first... especially if you start with a raw or poorly prepared version.
But did you know that there are naturally flavoredmatchas?
They combine the herbal character of tea with round, fruity notes: strawberry, vanilla, blueberry...
These versions are ideal for beginners, gourmets, or simply to vary the pleasures.
🕒 To make now:
Make a vanilla matcha latte with oat milk and a hint of honey.
Simple. Sweet. Comforting.
Explore our gourmet collection → Flavored Matchas
6. Matcha isn't just for drinking. It can also be cooked.
Matcha is a chameleon. It goes well with fruit, cereals, milk and chocolate.
In a smoothie, a breakfast bowl, an iced dessert... it adds color, energy and depth.
Its vegetal taste, sometimes nutty or creamy depending on the variety, becomes an ingredient in its own right - and a pleasure for the eyes as well as the body.
🕒 Do it now:
Add 1/2 tsp. matcha to your morning smoothie (banana, plant milk, oats).
A turn of the blender, and you're off to a great start.
Discover Matcha Camellia - rich, versatile, perfect for cooking
In conclusion...
Matcha is not a passing trend. It's an ancient powder, a noble plant, a natural energy that has survived the centuries and is coming back today to meet our modern rhythms.
It's more accessible than you might think. And at Maître du Thé, it's still available, carefully selected and ready to share.
Whether you're curious, a beginner or an enthusiast, there's a matcha for you.
But beware - the wave is rising. And our reserves are not infinite.