Simon's Matcha Blog
Is All Shade Created Equal?
Somehow, I've managed to get even geekier about tea this past week. Seriously, the abundance of tea-related research that is out there regularly amazes me. There are so many scientists...
Is All Shade Created Equal?
Somehow, I've managed to get even geekier about tea this past week. Seriously, the abundance of tea-related research that is out there regularly amazes me. There are so many scientists...
Why is the Best Tea Picked in Spring?
As you may know, we recently received our 2025 harvest within the last month. This is a typical pattern for us: we offer the largest selection of teas around June...
Why is the Best Tea Picked in Spring?
As you may know, we recently received our 2025 harvest within the last month. This is a typical pattern for us: we offer the largest selection of teas around June...
What Makes Wazuka Special? Part One
You likely have heard me mention Wazuka before. Or, if not from me, you've heard it spoken of somewhere in the world of matcha. But what is Wazuka, and why...
What Makes Wazuka Special? Part One
You likely have heard me mention Wazuka before. Or, if not from me, you've heard it spoken of somewhere in the world of matcha. But what is Wazuka, and why...
Big Matcha Unveiled (A Deeper Dive Into L-Thean...
First thing's first, I don't really think there is a "Big Matcha" out there pulling the strings of the matcha industry. But if there were a "Big Matcha," I bet...
Big Matcha Unveiled (A Deeper Dive Into L-Thean...
First thing's first, I don't really think there is a "Big Matcha" out there pulling the strings of the matcha industry. But if there were a "Big Matcha," I bet...
Get to Know Matcha's Beneficial Compounds - L-T...
In recent years - and especially this past year - matcha has surged in popularity—not only for its vibrant green hue and distinct flavor but also for its remarkable health...
Get to Know Matcha's Beneficial Compounds - L-T...
In recent years - and especially this past year - matcha has surged in popularity—not only for its vibrant green hue and distinct flavor but also for its remarkable health...
All About Uji Hikari - The Light of Uji
The new 2025 harvest is here, and we're milling up some incredible new matcha. One of the special cultivars we've received in recent weeks is called Uji Hikari. Known for...
All About Uji Hikari - The Light of Uji
The new 2025 harvest is here, and we're milling up some incredible new matcha. One of the special cultivars we've received in recent weeks is called Uji Hikari. Known for...