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Hojicha Versus Matcha
Same plant, opposite results. How roasting changes flavor and caffeine, and why hojicha is suddenly everywhere.
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How Much Caffeine Is in Matcha
Roughly sixty to eighty milligrams per serving, less than coffee. Why L-theanine makes the same caffeine feel completely different.
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How to Tell Real Matcha From Fake
Color, texture, aroma, taste, and the questions a label refuses to answer. Five ways to check what is actually in your tin.
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Ceremonial Versus Culinary Matcha: What the Words Actually Mean
There is no official grading system for matcha. Here is what ceremonial and culinary really mean, and what single origin and first flush do for your cup.