If possible cool your bowl or cup in the fridge if possible.

Sift our Matcha so the drink will be smooth and mellow and also prevents lumps.

Poor 1/2 to a full tea spoon of Matcha into your cup that has been pre cooled

Pour zero degree waters into your bowl or cup and whisk until the Matcha gets frothy.

Iced Matcha is also delicious served with milk or sugar and you can add ice cubes to cool is in really warm weather.

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There are various types of green tea, which depend on the cultivation methods, growing conditions, as well as the steaming and drying process. Each type of green tea has its own characteristics and flavour.

Green Tea House Ireland offers different Japanese Matcha teas imported from the home of Matcha, the hills of Uji Japan. Green Tea House Ireland supplies Matcha tea all over Ireland with wholesale available, with the best prices for a superior tea, handpicked from local tea farms in Japan. Our organic Matcha tea is certified from Japanese agriculture and fisheries and our regular Matcha tea is a taste sensation that you will love.

Types of Japanese Green Tea you Find at Green Tea House Ireland

Japanese Matcha: 100% Japanese Matcha Green Tea from the hills of Uji Kyoto Japan where the best teas are grown. Great for Matcha Latte’s or to drink straight.

Specifications

• Refrigerate to keep fresh
• Boil kettle to approx 80c add 1g of Matcha to bowl whisk until frothy and enjoy

• Approx 40-50 servings

You won’t find a better value Japanese Matcha tea in Ireland and if you do we will Matcha their price. There is a lot of Chinese Matcha tea out there so get to know the quality products. This is great for Matcha Latte’s and to drink with just hot water. You won’t get the sharp or bitter taste of lesser quality Matcha on the market.

Japanese Premium Organic Matcha: 100% Organic Premium Japanese Matcha Green Tea from the hills of Uji Kyoto Japan where the best teas are grown.

Specifications

• Once opened refrigerate to keep fresh
• Boil kettle to 80c add 1g of Matcha to bowl whisk until frothy and enjoy

• Approx 40-50 servings

A premium quality finely milled premium organic Matcha powder from leaves shaded from direct sunlight for 20-30 days before picking from Kyoto in Japan. This premium organic Matcha does not leave a bitter or sharp taste in your mouth like the best quality Matcha.

This is our most popular Matcha and the vast majority of people that try this quality Matcha powder at tea tastings we have around the country are surprised how mild and palatable it is compared to other lesser quality Matcha available on the market.

Organic Japanese Matcha Tea: 100% Organic Matcha Green Tea from the hills of Uji Kyoto Japan where the best teas are grown.

Specifications

• Refrigerate to keep fresh
• Boil kettle to 80c add 1g of Matcha to bowl whisk until frothy and enjoy

• Approx 100-120 servings

• Can be used in baking

Best value organic Matcha tea from Japan in Ireland. This Matcha tea comes in 100g pouches inside the tin. A quality finely milled organic green tea Matcha powder from leaves shaded from direct sunlight for 20-30 days before picking. Great for Matcha latte’s or making Matcha ice cream or baked goods like cakes or biscuits.

Ceremonial Grade Japanese Matcha Green Tea: 100% Japanese Matcha Green Tea delivered to your door from the hills of Uji Kyoto Japan where the best teas are grown.

Specifications

• Once opened refrigerate to keep fresh
• Boil kettle to 80c add 1g of Matcha to bowl whisk until frothy and enjoy
• Approx 40-45 servings

Amongst its many health benefits, Matcha:

• Is packed with antioxidants including the powerful EGCg;
• Boosts metabolism and burns calories;
• Detoxifies effectively and naturally;
• Calms the mind and relaxes the body;
• Enhances mood and aids in concentration;
• Provides vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium.

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Matcha is actually 100% green tea leaves that have been ground into a fine powder, while green tea is made from the infusion of the leaves.

Because Matcha is made from high-quality tea and the whole leaves are ingested, it is a more potent source of nutrients than green tea from a bag.

In addition to providing small amounts of vitamins and minerals, Matcha is rich in antioxidants called polyphenols, which have been tied to protection against heart disease and cancer, as well as better blood sugar regulation, blood pressure reduction, and anti-aging. Another polyphenol in Matcha called EGCG has been shown in research to boost metabolism.

Green tea and Matcha share the same health benefits, however, Matcha has 10 times the nutritional value of regular green tea and up to 137 times the amount antioxidants.

Green Tea House Ireland offers different Japanese Matcha teas imported from the home of Matcha, the hills of Uji Japan. Green Tea House Ireland supplies Matcha tea all over Ireland with wholesale available, with the best prices for a superior tea, handpicked from local tea farms in Japan. Our organic Matcha tea is certified from Japanese agriculture and fisheries and our regular Matcha tea is a taste sensation that you will love.

You can also use our superior quality Matcha green tea in baking cakes, bread, chocolate and even ice cream. Because it is in a powder form, you can use it in anything you want to cook with.

Green Tea and Matcha are both:

• Packed with antioxidants including the powerful EGCg;
• Metabolism boosters and burns calories;
• An effective and natural way to detox;
• A great support for concentration;
• Great providers of vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium.

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1. Green Tea Contains Bioactive Compounds That Improve Health

Green tea is loaded with polyphenol antioxidants, including a catechin called EGCG. These antioxidants can have various beneficial effects on health.

The compounds in the green tea leaves do make it into the final drink, which contains large amounts of important nutrients. Green tea is rich in polyphenols that have effects like reducing inflammation and helping to fight cancer.

Green tea is about 30 per cent polyphenols by weight, including large amounts of a catechin called EGCG. Catechins are natural antioxidants that help prevent cell damage and provide other benefits.

These substances can reduce the formation of free radicals in the body, protecting cells and molecules from damage. These free radicals are known to play a role in ageing and all sorts of diseases.

EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate) is one of the most powerful compounds in green tea. It has been studied to treat various diseases and may be one of the main reasons green tea has such powerful medicinal properties.

Green tea also has small amounts of minerals that are important for health.

When choosing green tea, try to choose a higher quality brand such as Japanese green tea, because some of the lower quality brands can contain excessive amounts of fluoride.

2. Compounds in Green Tea Can Improve Brain Function and Make You Smarter

Green tea contains less caffeine than coffee, but enough to produce an effect. It also contains the amino acid L-theanine, which can work synergistically with caffeine to improve brain function. Green tea does more than just keep you awake, it can also make you smarter. The key active ingredient is caffeine, which is a stimulant.

It doesn’t contain as much as coffee does, but enough to produce a response without causing the unpleasant effects associated with too much caffeine.

Caffeine blocks an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain called Adenosine. This way, it actually increases the firing of neurons and the concentration of neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine.

Caffeine has been intensively studied before and consistently leads to improvements in various aspects of brain function, including improved mood, vigilance, reaction time and memory.

However, green tea contains more than just caffeine. It also has the amino acid L-theanine, which is able to cross the blood-brain barrier.

L-theanine increases the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA, which has an anti-anxiety effect.  It also increases dopamine and the production of alpha waves in the brain.

Studies show that caffeine and L-theanine can have synergistic effects. The combination of the two is particularly potent at improving brain function.

Many people report having more stable energy and being much more productive when they drink green tea, compared to coffee.

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3. Green Tea Increases Fat Burning and Improves Physical Performance

Green tea has been shown to boost the metabolic rate and increase fat burning in the short term, although not all studies agree.

If you look at the ingredients list for any fat burning supplement, chances are that green tea will be on there. This is because green tea has been shown to increase fat burning and boost the metabolic rate.

Caffeine itself has also been shown to improve physical performance by mobilizing fatty acids from the fat tissues and making them available for use as energy.

4. Green Tea Fights Bacteria and Avoids Infections

The catechins in green tea may inhibit the growth of bacteria and some viruses. This can lower the risk of infections and lead to improvements in dental health, a lower risk of caries and reduce bad breath.

The catechins in green tea also have other biological effects. Some studies show that they can kill bacteria and inhibit viruses like the influenza virus, potentially lowering your risk of infections.

Streptococcus mutans is the primary harmful bacteria in the mouth. It causes plaque formation and is a leading contributor to cavities and tooth decay. Multiple studies also show that green tea can reduce bad breath.

5. Green Tea and Longevity

Studies show that green tea drinkers are likely to live longer than non-tea drinkers.

Green tea drinkers are at a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer, so it makes sense that it could help you live longer.

In a study of 40,530 Japanese adults, those who drank the greenest tea were significantly less likely to die during an 11 year period:

Death of all causes: 23% lower in women, 12% lower in men.

Death from heart disease: 31% lower in women, 22% lower in men.

Death from stroke: 42% lower in women, 35% lower in men.

Another study in 14,001 elderly Japanese individuals aged found that those who drank the greenest tea were 76% less likely to die during the 6 year study period.

You can order your green tea here and enjoy the all the health benefits it has to offer!

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Green Tea House Ireland also offers Jasmine, Organic Sencha, Gyokuro Superior, Organic Houjicha along with new teas being added to our range when we come across a quality tea.

Our pyramid infused tea bags promise to please even those who are not a big fan of green tea in general: they taste like a party in your mouth!

You can also use our superior quality Matcha green tea in baking cakes, bread, chocolate and even ice cream. Because it is in a powder form, you can use it in anything you want to cook with.

The Story of Green Tea House Ireland

My name is Martin Gregory, founder of Green Tea House Ireland. When I first stumbled across Matcha green tea in Australia, I didn’t know what I had stumbled on.

Iwasaki was the man that introduced me to this world in. When I walked into his shop there was an amazing array of teaware, teas, noren and snacks.

He walked me through the ceremony and how it is performed in Japan and the history behind it. He told me Uji, in Japan, was one of the first places tea was grown, where my tea is now imported from, and how it goes from strength to strength there and abroad.

My first bowl of Japanese Matcha I wasn’t sure what to expect: was it going to be like bagged green tea or completely different? He boiled the water to about 80c, sieved the Matcha into a finely decorated Japanese bowl, poured the water in, with me captivated. This is not how you make tea in Ireland, that’s for sure.

He was explaining the history as this was happening with me taking it all in. Next was the whisking and cooling down, the anticipation of what this would be like. I took my first sip and was instantly hooked. The flavour of the tea is beautiful, textured and I think this is enhanced by the ceremonial aspect.

I instantly taught this would be a good seller In Ireland and Europe and when I got back I seen it was starting to take off and with my new found love of Japanese Matcha I am now bringing it to the people of Ireland and beyond.

Only the best quality Matcha and green tea sourced directly from local tea farms in Uji Kyoto Japan for sale in Ireland and the UK.

Why Matcha?

Because Matcha is the ultimate superfood! Matcha is made by grinding up tea leaves, you ingest the entire leaf when you drink it, which means 100% of the nutrients inside the leaf is ingested. Matcha is packed full of antioxidants including EGCG and L-Theanine, powerful compounds which have been proven to speed up your metabolism and aid the prevention of diseases. The amount of antioxidants inside a cup of Matcha is astounding. Matcha contains 137x more antioxidants and nutrition than a cup of green tea.

ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) is a unit of measurement for antioxidants in food. Matcha has the highest ORAC rating of these superfoods.

Here an antioxidant, there an antioxidant, antioxidants everywhere… That is because gram for gram Matcha green tea has the most antioxidants of any foodstuff. Matcha has over 500% more antioxidants than Goji berries which are considered a super food and 10 times more nutritional potency than traditional brewed green tea.

Japanese Matcha green tea is also known to improve cognitive function, boost your mood and enhance concentration which is why it is used ceremonially in Japan.

1.5 grams of Matcha is approximately equal to 130g of strawberries, 160g of spinach and 210g of Brussel sprouts. You can also read more about the full benefits here.

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