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)
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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)
How To Ferment Tea Leaves (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)
My first introduction to fermented tea came in 2007, when I was living in China. A coworker had some pu-erh tea at work that she let me try. I loved it. My second came when I was traveling through Myanmar in 2011. This time, I ate the tea instead of drinking it. You can find street vendors selling fermented tea leaf salad all over the capital Yangon. It was my … [Read more...] about How To Ferment Tea Leaves (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)
What To Put In Black Tea (9 Mouth-Watering Flavor Boosters)
Want to pump up the flavor of your black tea? There are a ton of great additives that will enhance the black tea flavor. And some that will change the flavor profile completely. Many also provide additional health benefits. Not sure what to put in black tea and still end up with a great-tasting drink? Not a problem. Keep reading for a list of 9 great … [Read more...] about What To Put In Black Tea (9 Mouth-Watering Flavor Boosters)