MATCHA FAQ
MATCHA FAQ
How can I tell if it’s high quality Matcha powder?
High quality Matcha powder will have a vibrant green colour, while low quality Matcha has a dull yellowish colour. Any Matcha powder that you purchase from us is always guaranteed to be the highest quality Matcha powder you can get in the market.
Does Matcha contain caffeine?
Matcha generally contains one-third the amount of caffeine in coffee. For those who are looking for alternatives to coffee with less caffeine, try drinking matcha!
How many cups of Matcha should I drink a day?
It is recommended to drink not more than 3 cups a day.
Can I use a spoon to mix?
It is not recommend to use a spoon as matcha powder will not be mixed evenly. To ensure the matcha powder is completely mixed evenly in the liquid, please use the proper tea tools such as a bamboo whisk or electric mixer.
PRODUCT INFO
Here are several key features that make REN / Matcha Powder the highest quality among any other Matcha powders in our Matcha series:
COLOUR
REN / Matcha Powder has a fresh bright green colour due to the high amount of chlorophyll packed in its tea leaves during the process of shading tea leaves.
In contrast, a low quality Matcha would have a yellowish tint.
AROMA
REN / Matcha has a sweet, creamy and nutty aroma, or also similar to a pistachio-like fragrance. To some, its scent reminds them of a smooth, creamy broth.
Low quality Matcha powder has a less memorable scent with a sharp, woody and fishy smell instead.
TASTE
REN / Matcha has a high umami taste (creamy, nutty and brothy flavour) which is distinctly different compared to other typical Matcha powders in the market.
A common misconception is that Matcha should taste bitter, when in fact the bitterness would barely be noticeable when you drink high quality Matcha tea such as REN / Matcha.
SMOOTHNESS
When you drink a freshly brewed REN / Matcha tea, you would be able to feel that super smooth, creamy texture the moment it touches your lips.
Matcha powder that is low quality will have an unpleasant rough texture and powdery sensation on your tongue.
SUITABILITY
REN / Matcha is Perfect For You If You:
Enjoy high umami (creamy, nutty and soupy taste) in Matcha
Want to drink Japanese tea ceremonial grade Matcha tea
Best For:
Matcha Tea – koicha (thick tea) or usucha (light tea)
Matcha Beverages – Latte, Cold Brew Tea, etc
SPECIFICATIONS
Ingredients
100% finely grounded premium green tea leaves (powder). NO SUGAR ADDED
Origin
Japan
Storage note
Store in the refrigerator before and after opening. Keep away from sunlight, heat, and moisture.
Best Before
Recommended to consume within 2 months after opening when REN / Matcha is in its freshest condition.
NUTRITION FACTS
All our tea are Halal certified by Japan Halal Association, which is recognized by JAKIM Malaysia. Do consume our tea with confidence.
HEALTH BENEFITS
REN / Matcha has special properties that can naturally boost your mental health. Here are some of the health benefits you will get when you have a cup of REN / Matcha everyday:
CALMS YOUR MIND
Matcha contains high amounts of L-theanine which is a compound that promotes a calming effect and relaxes your body.
REDUCES STRESS
Drinking Matcha can help to reduce your everyday stress, which is important as stress is known to lower your immune system. Feel at ease with our high quality Matcha that can help you to prevent stress buildup and maintain a strong and healthy immunity.
PREVENTS ANXIETY
You can keep yourself mentally healthy with Matcha as it contains high amounts of L-theanine compound that can help to prevent anxiety and keep you in a good mood.
INCREASED FOCUS
Matcha can increase your energy levels due to caffeine, but rather than a caffeine hit, it is released more slowly and steadily giving you long lasting energy and focus! This is because Matcha contains large catechin molecules that binds to caffeine, causing it to be broken down more slowly in your body.
RECIPES
Each purchase of our product includes a Recipe Card.
Hot Matcha Latte – 200 mL
Mix ingredients below with ASAGAO / Chasen Whisk or YUKIWA / Matcha Mixer until smooth and no visible clumps:
a. Warm Water – 30 mL
b. Granulated Sugar – 2 – 3 teaspoons
c. REN / Matcha Powder – 4.5 g or 2 teaspoon + 1/2 teaspoon
Heat up 170 mL of fresh milk to 55C – 60C.
Pour into the Matcha mixture above. Then, mix evenly with ASAGAO / Chasen Whisk.
Iced Matcha Latte – 150 mL
Mix ingredients below with ASAGAO / Chasen Whisk or YUKIWA / Matcha Mixer until smooth & no visible clumps:
a. Fresh Milk – 75 mL or 1/3 cup
b. Granulated Sugar – 2 – 3 tsp / Sugar Syrup – 15 mL
c. REN / Matcha Powder – 4.5 g or 2 tsp + 1/4 tsp
Pour the mixture above into 75 mL fresh milk with ice.
Hot Matcha Tea (Usucha) – 100 mL
Whisk ingredients below with ASAGAO / Chasen Whisk or YUKIWA / Matcha Mixer until frothy, smooth and no visible clumps:
a. Warm Water (Temp – 85c) – 100 mL
b. REN / Matcha Powder – 1.5 g or 1.5 teaspoon / 2 scoops of SUMIRE Chashaku
Iced Matcha Tea – 150ML
Mix ingredients below with ASAGAO / Chasen Whisk or YUKIWA / Matcha Mixer until smooth and no visible clumps:
a. Room Temp. Water – 50 mL
b. REN / Matcha Powder – 2 g or 1 teaspoon / 2 scoops of SUMIRE Chashaku
Pour the mixture above into 100 mL of room temp water and mix gently again. Add ice.
REVIEWS
★★★★★
“Matcha (got the Ren) were the best I’ve had in Malaysia thus far. Indeed, the matcha was vibrantly green and jam packed with umami, both signs of the best quality matcha.”
Xingweird
★★★★★
“Tried their famous Ren Matcha Latte and the matcha is definitely worth the price. The matcha tastes rich and pure as compared to the big coffeehouses that are usually heavy on the milk portion.”
Yen Kin Phang
★★★★★
“I had Niko Neko’s Ren Matcha Latte, and it was heavenly! It’s really not your usual overpowering sweet matcha latte, but it has a strong and distinct matcha taste and it is definitely the best matcha latte I’ve ever had!”
Ker Ryn Lim
★★★★★
“Ren Matcha , the umami-ness is absolute on point 10/10.”
Shiman Sim
★★★★★
“My No. 1 matcha to go place by far with the closest green tea drinks I had in Japan. Totally in love with all their green tea dessert. My personal favourite of green tea base is Ren and second is Kiku.”
Marilyn Chew
★★★★★
“Really pleased to have a chance to try REN matcha latte today, the ultimate Umami taste is really mesmerising.”
Kevin Khor
★★★★★
“I like matcha-anything but their REN Matcha totally blew my mind towards my past matcha experience.”
Pam Poon
