S—August 27, 2012
I had tried some matcha prior from Red Leaf Tea (admittedly their mid grade matcha of which they have 3) and I did enjoy it but found that the experience was not worth the premium I paid. I again am overwhelmed at the cost. I'm sure I could buy quality illegal substances on the street for cheaper. If like the more vehement proponents claim it is the cure for depression, cancer, heart disease, human suffering and Donald Trump it might be worth it, but scientifically it seems to be only the more basic claims have been substantiated. That's enough for me to work my way into the matcha world, but there is that retirement I've been eyeing. That having been said I will say that the increase in price is certainly in line with the increase I have tasted in quality. I am very happy with this DoMatcha matcha. The color is almost neon green, it bubbles up quite a bit and has a mellow but full sweet/grassy vegetal taste. It's fairly strong but mild and smooth if that makes sense. All in all very impressive but since I plan to drink about 5 cups of green tea a day that would run me hundreds per month, so I'll have to find a sweet spot between quality and price and I'm not sure this is it. If you want a treat I would get this or the highest quality ipoddo (which seems to come much higher recommended), but for a daily drinking tea I might recommend Red Leaf's caramel matcha lowest grade. EDIT: I've since had a chance to try Ippodo's Matchas and I have to say they are the best matcha I have ever tried and at this point I've tried quite a few. So if you want an affordable daily drinking tea get Red Leaf's caramel matcha lowest grade. A mid range get this DoMatcha and high end Ippodo. There are big differences in quality but they are all enjoyable. I think you owe it to yourself to at least try each one once. Read more
Grranimal—January 4, 2009
I would give it six or seven stars here if they allowed it. You get what you pay for, my friends, and this is the MOST HEAVENLY thing on earth to drink--tastewise and healthwise. However, I will tell you that we use 1/2 Teaspoon in a 1 pint bottle of Lipton ICED green tea. See my review of Lipton Green Tea, Mandarin Orange, Premium Pyramid Tea Bags, 20-Count Boxes (Pack of 6) for the recipe. I make a pot every morning and have completely replaced the morning coffee ritual with green tea. It gives you the right lift and does not let you down at 11 am. We still have 3 pm Senseo Douwe Egberts Colombia Blend Coffee Pods, 16-Count Packages (Pack of 4) on days when we exercise, but we've broken our addiction to coffee with cream now. It has the most EGCG and mixed catacholamine antioxidants of any green tea product you can imagine. There is a small insert with the packaging that details the contents for you and also contains the recipe for a Green Tea Frappachino that looks just great. We tried to "do it on the cheap" with Vita Life Matcha (Green Tea Powder) - 10.58 Oz Twin Pack - 2x10.58 Oz but it has an aftertaste that I don't really like. The Do Matcha is the real article, and it's organic as well. It's so concentrated that it's actually economical. You will save $4.00 every time you make your own Starbuck's Green Tea Frappachino. If you want to know what this tastes like go try one of those which are fantastic but contain a lot of calories and fat: our iced tea with Do Match is much healthier and every bit as delicious. Read more
Henri G. Lamont—May 4, 2011
I have now tried several different Matcha's. THIS IS THE BEST OF THE BEST I am very sensitive to substances that go into my body. Do your research. I did. I drink Green Tea for the health benefits. I am 61 years old now. My metabolism has slowed. My brain never tolerated caffeine very well. And, I do not want or like to be physically addicted to any drug (caffeine). When I was in Iraq, I drank caffeinate concentrated coffee (1 can of triple shot) per day. When I missed a day or two, my body went into a sluggish withdrawal with headache/stuffy brain. That was awful. I read about this Do Matcha Green Tea and how the other substances (Catechins, etc.) in it were so healthful and that the caffeine was low. I tried it and found there were no withdrawal symptoms after drinking one cup every day for a week. To my surprise it was just as uplifting as the Triple Shot had been, but with less than a third of the caffeine. It also had a very calming effect and produced a mental clarity I enjoyed in my 20's and 30's. The other Matcha's I tried because of cheaper price failed to produce the mental clarity. Mental clarity is what I missed the most in getting older. Only Do Matcha first harvest (Ceremonial Grade) has produced this. Read up on this so that I do not have to write so much to impart knowledge to those who do not know. I do not drink this for the taste. I drink it for the health benefits. The others DO NOT measure up to Do Matcha!!! You get what you pay for. Many extoll the different mixes they use Green Tea for. That is not me. I drink it straight with cool water. I don't want to lose any of the nutrition because of heated water. I use a battery operated frother to mix it. I like the veggie taste (like raw spinach). It is a quick drink that uplifts, enlivens, and clarifies. If you need to enhance your life. Pay for this. Yes, it is expensive... and worth the extra cost if you value your health. My body has become more supple. No more morning stiffness. No more morning grogginess. No more sore feet when getting out of bed. I have been using Do Matcha (and tried others) for 7 months now. I can quit without any signs of withdrawal. But, the age factors set in again. So, one cup a day of Do Matcha seems to be quite therapeutic for me. Read more
