Matcha tea is made from the leaves of the tea plant Camellia sinensis. What makes matcha special is the origin and production method of this green tea. Unlike many other types of tea, this green tea is ground into powder before it is consumed.

The quality of matcha tea is largely determined by the way the tea leaves are treated. Only a small number of tea farmers are able to produce and deliver quality matcha.

Only the highest quality, young leaves are used in the production of matcha powder. A month before harvesting the leaves, the plants are placed in the shade. This stimulates the production of extra chlorophyll, amino acids, antioxidants and L-Theanine. These substances provide the intense green colour, taste, smell and nutrients. Growing matcha is therefore an intensive and long process.