It’s impossible to cite only 10 reasons to visit Japan. That’s why the list below is divided into ten parts, with each section offering several options under its own category. Travelers have a choice, and… Read More
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How to Make Ginger Tea (and Matcha-Ginger Tea)
Preparing a nice warm cup of ginger tea is an easy and healthy way to spend a few quiet minutes away from the worries of everyday life. Ginger packs plenty of nutritious advantages is relatively… Read More
Matcha vs Kombucha
Comparing two of the world’s most popular tea drinks, matcha and kombucha, is a bit like comparing apples to oranges. More accurately, it’s like comparing apples to fermented apples that contain a dollop of alcohol… Read More
What is the pH of Green Tea?
The pH value of green teas is between 7 and 10. That’s the short answer to the question and doesn’t reveal much useful information. To understand what these numbers mean, and get a grasp on… Read More
The Best Matcha Lemonade Recipe
There are only four ingredients in the world’s best matcha lemonade recipe, but the trick is acquiring the exact components of this incredible drink. For example, this drink, called “4-I” in some places, or simply… Read More
Matcha vs Mate: All You Need to Know
Yerba mate and matcha tea are two of the more popular drinks all over the world. They each have loyal followings who tout the benefits of each beverage. Where do these teas originate, why are… Read More
Chinese vs Japanese Teas
You can always get tea-lovers talking by posing the question: What’s the difference between Japanese and Chinese teas? There are hundreds of related questions based on this one, like “Are Japanese teas better-tasting than Chinese… Read More
Get Your Black Belt in Tea: Master These Matcha Tea FAQ
Matcha tea is relatively new to the Western world, though it is well known in Asia. Many who are new to drinking matcha tea want to know about its cultivation, chemical composition, the right time… Read More
How to Prepare Matcha Tea at Home
There are several ways to prepare matcha tea at home, some much easier than others. For casual drinkers, the process is relatively straightforward. Measure out the amount of matcha tea powder you prefer per cup,… Read More
The 4 Best Matcha Tea Recipes
In Japan, cooks have been using matcha tea powder for centuries, but only now is this aspect of the wonder food gaining traction in the Western world. Remember, too, that one need not use the… Read More