Question 1

What is matcha?

Accepted Answer

Matcha is finely ground Japanese green tea powder made from shade-grown Camellia sinensis leaves. Maison Genkai offers ceremonial grade matcha imported directly from Japan, perfect for matcha lattes or traditional tea ceremony.

Question 2

How do you make a matcha latte?

Accepted Answer

Sift 2g of matcha into a bowl, add 60ml of water at 70°C, and whisk in a W motion with a bamboo whisk (chasen) until frothy. Pour over 150ml of warm oat or whole milk. Best results with ceremonial grade matcha.

Question 3

What is the difference between ceremonial and culinary matcha?

Accepted Answer

Ceremonial matcha has a smooth, umami-rich flavor and is drunk straight or as a latte. Culinary matcha is more bitter and used in baking (matcha cookies, cakes). Maison Genkai offers exclusively first-harvest ceremonial matcha.

Question 4

What is hojicha?

Accepted Answer

Hojicha is a roasted Japanese green tea with a caramelized, earthy flavor and very low caffeine — perfect for evenings. Maison Genkai sources premium hojicha directly from Japan.

Question 5

What does a matcha set include?

Accepted Answer

A complete matcha set includes a matcha bowl (chawan), bamboo whisk (chasen), matcha scoop (chashaku), and matcha powder. Maison Genkai offers complete matcha sets ideal as gifts or for beginners.

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