How to Make Matcha: An Easy Guide for Beginners

How to Make Matcha: An Easy Guide for Beginners

Steps

  1. Place the chasen (bamboo whisk) into the matcha bowl and pour hot water to warm both the bowl and the whisk for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Discard the water from the matcha bowl, then sift 2g (about 1/2 teaspoon or 0.07 oz) of matcha powder through a tea sifter to remove lumps, and place it into the bowl.
  3. Prepare 70ml (2.37 fl oz) of hot water cooled to 80–90°C (176–194°F). Pour a small amount of this water into the bowl and use the chasen to mix and knead the matcha to prevent lumps from forming.
  4. Add the remaining hot water and whisk briskly using a quick wrist motion, starting with small, rapid movements. Then smooth the surface with gentler strokes. If large bubbles form, gently break them with the tips of the whisk.

Tips

  • Avoid touching the bottom of the matcha bowl with the tips of the whisk. Keep your hand steady and use your wrist to create quick, frothy movements.
  • The finer the bubbles, the smoother and tastier the matcha will be.
  • Hold the chasen with three fingers: your thumb, index finger, and middle finger gripping the bamboo handle.