...Written by Tiffany La Forge. Medically reviewed by Natalie Butler, R.D., L.D Sipping matcha daily can have a positive impact on your energy levels and overall health. Unlike coffee, matcha provides a less jittery pick-me-up. This is due to matcha’s high concentration of flavonoids and L-theanine, which increases the brain’s alpha frequency band and produces relaxing effects by raising serotonin, GABA, and dopamine levels. Research suggests that L-theanine is especially helpful for high levels of stress and anxiety, increasing relaxation without causing drowsiness. These effects have even been found at doses given in a cup of tea.In addition, L-theanine does some amazing things when paired with caffeine, à la matcha — the amino acid can help improve cognitive function and increase...
MATCHA HOT CHOCOLATE! Matcha is meant to be paired with something sweet so it works beautifully with white hot chocolate. This green tea and hot chocolate drink is made even better with toasted marshmallows. I love hot chocolate and I love matcha so this matcha white hot chocolate brings my favorites together in one delicious drink. INGREDIENTS:- Matcha- White chocolate bar: About 3/4 of the bar goes into this recipe.- Milk and honey- Salt - Tea strainer- Saucepan- Handheld milk frother- Pink marshmallowsKitchen torch A handy little tool to toast marshmallows. INSTRUCTION: In a saucepan, bring milk to a simmer over medium-low heat. Take off heat and whisk or stir in chopped white chocolate. Sift in matcha, honey, and salt until...
MATCHA LATTE! Learn how to make a matcha latte with this easy, 3-ingredient matcha latte recipe! It's creamy, cozy, and filled with antioxidants - perfect for cool days. How to Make a Matcha Latte?This matcha latte recipe is super easy. It’s just three ingredients (and a tiny bit of sweetener, if you want), and you don’t need any fancy barista skills or equipment. Easy step-by-step directions and tips from a tea sommelier on how to make a layered matcha drink in less than 5 minutes! Perfectly sweet and refreshing, you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make at home. MatchaThere’s a big range when it comes to matcha. The brighter the matcha, the better the quality. MilkAny kind of...
