CULINARY GRADE MATCHA

Traditional instructions for preparation: Daily serving size: 4 oz tea. Warm the matcha bowl by adding hot water. After a minute, discard water and dry bowl thoroughly. Rinse bamboo whisk to keep tea powder from sticking. Using a traditional bamboo spoon, add 1.5-1.75 spoonfuls of powder (1 regular tsp) per 4 oz serving Add approximately 4 oz of hot water (175-180° F). Do not use boiling water. Mix briskly with bamboo whisk until all lumps are removed and tea is smooth and creamy with a fine foam on top. Drink and enjoy! Contemporary instructions for preparation: Daily serving size: 6 oz tea. Use 1 tsp. of matcha per 6 oz of water. Pour hot water (175-180°. F) over tea. Do not use boiling water. Steep 2-4 minutes. Strain and serve immediately.