THE BOOK OF MATCHA

Matcha is more than just a trend – it’s a centuries-old superfood with unique flavour, vibrant colour and remarkable health benefits. The Book of Matcha is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to understand, enjoy and make the most of this extraordinary Japanese green tea powder.  

Covering everything from how matcha is grown and ground to the best ways to drink it and cook with it, this definitive volume celebrates matcha in all its forms and shows you how to bring it into your everyday life. 

Revered in Japan for generations, matcha is affectionately known as a ‘superhero among teas’. Buddhist monks once drank it to sustain long meditations, while today athletes, nutritionists and wellness seekers alike praise its powerful antioxidant qualities and natural energy boost. Beyond its health benefits, matcha is also valued for its unique, grassy-sweet flavour and luminous green colour, making it as beautiful in a traditional tea bowl as it is in a modern latte or cake. 

The Book of Matcha takes readers on a complete journey, from leaf to cup and beyond. You’ll learn how the tea plants are specially grown, shaded and hand-harvested; how the leaves are stone-ground into fine powder; and how different grades are produced for ceremonial, culinary and everyday use. Along the way, the book explores the role of matcha in Japanese rituals, its growing global popularity and the science behind its health claims.

Inside you’ll discover: 

• What matcha is and how it’s made: from cultivation and harvesting to grinding and grading. 
• The culture and history of matcha: its origins in Japanese tea ceremonies and its global rise. 
• Health benefits explained: why it’s known as a 'superhero among teas’ and what makes it unique. 
• How to drink matcha: step-by-step guidance on preparing the perfect bowl or latte. 
• Over 40 recipes: from energising smoothies, teas and lattes to cakes, breads, ice creams and savoury dishes.