Do you want to know the secret to making green tea shots? They don't contain any green tea! So why are they called green tea shots then? It's simple. They have a light green color similar to green tea. And once you read how to make green tea shots below, you'll see why they have that color. So let's get right to it. Keep reading for my simple instructions for … [Read more...] about How To Make Green Tea Shots (Recipes And Tips)
Tea Preparation
How To Make Iced Green Tea (4 Different Methods)
Few things are more refreshing on a hot day than a cold glass of iced tea. But what if you don't want to drink black tea? What if you want iced green tea instead? That's no problem at all. Green tea works just as well as black for iced tea. And I will show you exactly how to make iced green tea below. In fact, I'll give you a number of different options, using … [Read more...] about How To Make Iced Green Tea (4 Different Methods)
Matcha Accessories (Tools Needed & Easy Substitutes)
Many people are a bit intimidated by matcha. They see all the matcha accessories and assume it's hard to brew. But it's not actually hard at all. And you don't even need any of the matcha accessories. They are nice to have and definitely worth getting, but you can substitute things we all have in the kitchen already. We will cover possible substitutes for each … [Read more...] about Matcha Accessories (Tools Needed & Easy Substitutes)
How To Make Matcha Taste Good (19 Ways To Improve The Flavor)
Matcha is divisive. Some love the flavor. Others hate it. I love the taste of matcha and drink it for that reason. Some hate the taste and drink it solely for the health benefits. If that is you, stop forcing yourself! Learn how to make matcha taste good to you, and enjoy being healthy! Keep reading for 19 great, yet simple, ways to improve the flavor of … [Read more...] about How To Make Matcha Taste Good (19 Ways To Improve The Flavor)
What Flavors Go Well With Matcha? (+Great Food Pairings To Try)
Beer and pizza. Milk and cookies. Some flavor pairings are simply legendary. At least for us in the west. In Japan, they have different legendary flavor pairings. Sake and sushi. Matcha and...what? What flavors go well with matcha? One matcha flavor pairing is legendary. But plenty of other flavors go well with this green tea powder, too. Keep reading to learn … [Read more...] about What Flavors Go Well With Matcha? (+Great Food Pairings To Try)
How To Cold Brew Green Tea (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)
Cold brew green tea has a number of benefits. But brewing it is a more involved process. It is not hard, if you know how to cold brew green tea. But it takes a lot more time and requires additional materials. For that reason, I rarely bother. Plus I live in a cold area and like hot tea to help warm me up. But cold tea is great too, and cold brewing is … [Read more...] about How To Cold Brew Green Tea (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)
How To Make Matcha Green Tea (Complete Brewing Guide)
You know matcha is healthy. And you want to take advantage of that. But it seems so complicated! You either have to cook with it or brew it using special utensils. The brewing process might seem intimidating, but once you know how to make matcha, it's actually quite easy. And you can get all the utensils in a cheap matcha set. Or just substitute things you … [Read more...] about How To Make Matcha Green Tea (Complete Brewing Guide)
Can You Put Brown Sugar In Tea? (This Might Surprise You)
You may have heard brown sugar is healthier. So it makes sense to wonder: can you put brown sugar in tea? If you're doing it for the health benefits, don't bother. We'll get into why below. But if you're doing it for the flavor, it could work. It depends on the type of brown sugar the type of tea, and your personal taste preferences. Keep reading to learn all … [Read more...] about Can You Put Brown Sugar In Tea? (This Might Surprise You)
How To Make Yerba Mate Taste Good (9 Delicious Recipes!)
Like coffee, many people do not enjoy the flavor of plain yerba mate. Luckily, also like coffee, there are many ways to cover up the bitterness. Many mate fans simply add sugar or another sweetener. Lemon is another popular addition. But you can get so much more creative! If you know how to make yerba mate taste good, there are so many options. Keep reading for … [Read more...] about How To Make Yerba Mate Taste Good (9 Delicious Recipes!)
How To Make Matcha Tea Without Whisk (3 Alternatives)
Matcha has been enjoying a huge surge in popularity the past few years. And deservedly so. It is delicious and healthy. Plus it gives you a boost like coffee, but without the jitteriness. The only problem? Preparing it is not as easy as other types of tea. Perhaps you've seen online videos (like one I made on this page) showing how to brew matcha in the … [Read more...] about How To Make Matcha Tea Without Whisk (3 Alternatives)