Our Ceremonial Green Matcha is perfect for traditional preparation, offering an unmatched umami flavour and smooth finish. For more versatile uses, our Japanese Pure Organic Matcha (culinary grade) shines with its subtle vegetal notes and lingering sweetness, ideal for lattes and other creations.

Whether hot or cold, brewing matcha is an art. Here’s how to create the perfect cup:

How to Make Ceremonial Green Matcha the Right Way

• Ingredients: 1 tsp Japanese ceremonial matcha, 60 ml (2 oz) hot water (70°C).

• Instructions:

  1. Prepare matcha bowl by warming it with boiled water.

  2. Prepare matcha whisk by soaking the tips in boiled water for about 10 seconds.

  3. Using the matcha spoon add one spoon of matcha to bowl and 75ml of hot water. (70°C)

  4. In a slow "W" motion, submerge any loose bits of matcha that maybe floating on the surface of the tea.

  5. Whisk the tea more briskly in a back-and-forth motion until the surface of the matcha becomes frothy.

  6. Consume immediately.

Iced Matcha Latte with Pure Organic Matcha

• Ingredients:

  • 1 tsp Japanese Pure Organic Matcha (culinary grade)

  • 60 ml (2 oz) hot water (70°C)

  • 200 ml (7 oz) cold milk (dairy or plant-based)

  • 1 tsp sweetener (optional)

  • Ice cubes

• Instructions:

  1. Add 60 ml (2 oz) of hot water and whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion using a bamboo whisk (or a small hand whisk) until the matcha is dissolved and a frothy layer forms on top.
  2. Mix in 1 tsp of your preferred sweetener while the matcha is warm to ensure it blends seamlessly.
  3. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour 200 ml (7 oz) of cold milk over the ice.
  4. Gently pour the whisked matcha over the milk, creating a beautiful, layered effect.
  5. Stir gently before sipping or enjoy the aesthetic layers before mixing.

Tea Drop’s matcha, with its exceptional quality and taste, invites you to experience the art of matcha in every sip. Whether you prefer a traditional hot brew, a refreshing iced latte, or any other culinary creation, our matcha brings the best of this centuries-old tradition to your cup.

Here are our top 10 ingredients that are easily accessible with our range of wellness tea blends and can help our immunity and overall well-being to cope with the seasonal changes and related health conditions.

Lemongrass

You need cold relief, but you also want to get on with your day. The solution? Lemongrass. Lemongrass consists of long stalks made up of tightly wrapped fibrous layers. It belongs to the same general family as maize and bamboo. The flavor profile is primarily the lemon note against a mildly herbaceous background.

Warm up this winter with a tasty mug of Lemongrass Ginger tea. A refreshing blend infusion of zesty lemongrass and spicy ginger balanced with rosehip and hibiscus for a refreshing and calming brew

Chamomile

Chamomile flowers look like daisies and make one of the most popular caffeine-free tea options for unwinding and relaxing. From the aroma to the taste, the floral notes of chamomile shine through in a refreshing way. It has a powerful antioxidant that activates the brain receptors and encourages a restful night of sleep, when you are having trouble sleeping due to a sore throat and stuffy

Try our perfect blend of Chamomile Blossoms, rose petals and lavender buds to give you a good night's rest this winter

Peppermint

Peppermint is another herb that has been around for ages, spanning cultures. People from the ancient Greeks to modern-day Moroccans drink peppermint tea to cleanse the palate and soothe the tummy.

Our premium Peppermint Tea is hand crafted and hand sorted with only the freshest peppermint leaves. It’s packed in small batches for superior flavour and freshness. Taste the difference today.

Lemon Myrtle

Lemon Myrtle is a refreshingly citrusy tea with menthol undertones and hints of spice. Offering a soothing experience to drive away the blues and calm a sore throat, this lemony herb has been a pantry staple for those who love a strong dose of citrus zing.

Experience the fresh flavours and citrusy zing of our Lemon Myrtle Tea. 

Moringa

Winter is the time to give your immune system a little boost and moringa, aka the miracle tree, will give it exactly the type of boost it needs. Traditionally used to help combat malnutrition, this protein and mineral-rich plant is gaining in popularity in wellness circles but we’re letting you in on the secret now. It’s full of vitamins, minerals and detoxifying properties to help you feel your best.

Our Moringa Tea Range, a winter selection focused on promoting wellness in different ways through each blend's unique combination of ingredients - with a primary focus on the Moringa Leaf, a natural superfood that will be your saving grace this winter. 

Matcha

Made from stone-ground green tea leaves, matcha is packed with benefits that you need to sail through winter - antioxidants, polyphenols and caffeine. Best of all, unlike a cup of coffee, a simple dose of matcha will give you a calm boost of energy and focus.

Get a healthy kick of pure green energy with our pure organic matcha tea.

Rooibos

Rooibos tea is truly unique, made from a bush native to (and only found in) South Africa. Perhaps rooibos’ biggest claim to fame is its unique antioxidant content. Specifically, it contains at least two health-enhancing compounds (aspalathin and alpha hydroxy acid) that do not exist in any other natural source that you can ingest. It’s also the only tea that provides quercetin, a powerful weapon against fighting free radicals in the body.

Want to tackle those spring sniffles head on? Then indulge in a hot cuppa from our delicious rooibos teas.

Turmeric

A flowering plant from the ginger family, turmeric is a trending spice known for its bright orange colour and earthy, warm flavour. Used in everything from yummy curries to soothing face masks, this super ingredient is thought to treat tummy troubles and improve the look of skin. No wonder it’s on our list!

Boost immunity and reduce inflammation during this winter season with our Turmeric tea.

Ginseng

This probably isn’t your first run-in with ginseng. A staple in ancient Chinese medicine, it’s one of the world’s most popular herbal remedies.  Tea Drop’s Ginseng Oolong also works miracles on taste buds. It is sweet, strong and carries a strong, rewarding aftertaste. 

Ginger

When it comes to ginger, there’s a lot to love. Popular for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, this ancient spice is believed to help relieve nausea, soothe the tummy and boost your defenses against colds and viruses. It’s warm, spicy taste feels like the kick in the pants your system probably needs. So warm up this winter with our ginger teas.

Healthy tea, healthy me

There you have it. Our pick on the 10 best ingredients to indulge in this winter. Included in our some of our finest and freshest teas to help your body fight flu and colds this winter.

• 1 ½ tsp Turmeric Latte
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp rolled oats
• 30 ml almond milk
• 1 cup coconut water
• 2 cups ice
• Coconut yoghurt (optional)

How to make smoothie

• Combine oats and milk in a small bowl, allow to soak overnight refrigerated.
• Place Turmeric Latte, oat mix, maple syrup, coconut water and ice in a blender and pulse into a frappé consistency.
• Pour into a glass and top with yoghurt to serve!

Our Turmeric Latte blend combines turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and black pepper to create a fresh and spicy flavour rich in health benefits.

There are some important factors to consider when purchasing Matcha green tea. For detox you want to purchase authentic matcha powder.

• Product of Japan
• Vibrant green (first flush)
• Shade grown and stone ground
• Organic
• Ceremonial grade

How to drink matcha

For ceremonial grade matcha, it’s recommended to only mix it with hot water and nothing else. Ceremonial grade has a very delicate flavour, with vegetal notes and naturally sweet so must be served as purely as possible.

What you need: Matcha bowl, matcha spoon and matcha whisk

Preparation:  Sift 1 scoop of matcha into your bowl. Add 75ml of hot water. Knead with the matcha whisk until smooth and briskly.  Whisk in “w” motion until the surface of the matcha becomes frothy. Consume immediately.

Pure Matcha goodness

Recharge your batteries with a nutritious cup of Matcha Tea. Full of health benefits and it tastes great! Try Tea Drop’s ceremonial green matcha for your detox today. Organic, packed in small batches and 100% fresh, this is an authentic matcha experience. Leaves are shade-grown, stone ground, de-veined and de-stemmed to create a pure, full-flavoured matcha from Japan.