Buy Matcha like an Expert Pinnacle Matcha The quality of matcha is dependent on many factors, from matcha variety (matcha cultivar) to tea plantation and matcha manufacturing standards. What are the things you should check prior to buying matcha and how to judge the quality of matcha you have bought? Know how to buy matcha like an expert.  Not all matcha is made equal! Let’s be honest – Matcha is generally more expensive when compared to black tea, green tea and even coffee. With matcha growing significantly in popularity in the last few years, several manufacturers and sellers have ..read more

Matcha for Brain Function Pinnacle Matcha In this era of AI (Artificial Intelligence), human brain and cognitive functions may actually be declining. While everything may be at our fingertips, we are finding hard to keep things in our brain. Just a few years ago, remembering phone numbers or doing simple mental arithmetic, was not a big deal. As AI gets smarter, it is becoming even more important to make sure that we do not get dumber, individually and collectively. Maintaining our mental health now requires conscious holistic effort, which is a combination of exercise, nutrition and mental ac ..read more

South Korean Matcha Pinnacle Matcha South Korea is a relatively new entrant in matcha green tea production. South Korean matcha production has some differences from Japanese matcha, which we discuss in this blog. Although Japan is the country that comes to mind when we think of matcha, tea ceremonies and associated sophistication, South Korea is also home to some of the finest matcha, and green tea in general.  History of matcha in South Korea? Tea was first planted in Korea in the 9th century when seeds were brought back from the Tang dynasty of China. The first tea cultivation was ..read more

Matcha benefits by ChatGPT Pinnacle Matcha We asked ChatGPT to write a guest blog for Pinnacle Matcha. This is what the OpenAI tool wrote for us…verbatim. Matcha: The Power-Packed Superfood You Need in Your Life Matcha, the finely ground green tea powder, has taken the world by storm. From lattes to smoothies, this versatile ingredient is making its way into all sorts of drinks and desserts. But, matcha isn’t just delicious, it’s also incredibly nutritious. This power-packed superfood is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that are essential for good health. One of the biggest ben ..read more

Matcha Cultivars Pinnacle Matcha What are matcha cultivars and how does this influence the taste and flavor of matcha? We discuss this in the context of Japanese matcha tea cultivation and production. What is cultivar? The word cultivar means ‘cultivated (culti) variety (var), which implies the variety of plant that has been cultivated by selection. The plant variety is selected from a naturally occurring species and then grown and maintained by human cultivation and propagation. The specific variety of plant is usually propagated by cuttings from the original plant to maintain the exact repli ..read more

Iced Matcha Latte Banana Smoothie Pinnacle Matcha If you like matcha and smoothies or shakes, you will fall in love with this cool and sumptuous matcha latte banana smoothie – a mix of earthy and slightly bitter taste of matcha with latte i.e. milk and ripened banana, blended to make a luxurious and healthy drink. What is matcha? Matcha is green tea in very fine powder form that can be dissolved in water by whisking and consumed as a whole. The art of making matcha is thousands of years old that originated in China and then spread to parts of East Asia, specifically Korea and Japan. In Japan ..read more

Matcha for Skin Care Pinnacle Matcha Matcha powder and green tea in general, have become highly popular as key ingredients in skin care and hair care products, especially in vegan and chemical-free organic cosmetics. The benefits of matcha are immense on skin, both from drinking matcha as green tea and external topical application. This is based on anecdotal experiences, traditional wisdom, as well as research into the benefits of the nutritional composition of matcha and green tea. In this blog we outline the benefits of matcha on skin and hair health. Matcha is anti-aging Aging of skin is a ..read more

What is Tencha? How is Matcha made? Pinnacle Matcha Tencha is the name given to tea leaves which have gone through a series of processes to make them ready to be ground into a fine powder. Tencha are harvested leaves that gone through the various steps to prepare them for grounding into the fine Matcha powder. So, the word Tencha is not just the natural leaves of the tea plantation. All types of teas come from the same plant called camellia sinensis. While the cultivars may vary between plantations and countries, the plant essentially is the same. In this blog, we outline how the leaves from t ..read more

Matcha, Honey, Lemon – Recipe for Life! Pinnacle Matcha Hot Matcha + Honey + Lemon drink is one of the most potent and health enhancing drinks you can reward your mind and body with – any day, every day. The combination of natural antioxidants packed Matcha, nature’s sweet gift of honey and vitamin C rich lemon juice, will sooth your throat, make you feel energized and calm – all at the same time. Ingredients Matcha green tea powder – preferably Ceremonial Grade – 2.5gm (1/2 teaspoon) Hot water – 80 degrees Celsius (175 Fahrenheit) – 25 ml Honey – 1 teaspoon (according to taste) Lemon juice ..read more

What is Tencha? How is Matcha made? Pinnacle Matcha Tencha is the name given to tea leaves which have gone through a series of processes to make them ready to be ground into a fine powder. Tencha are harvested leaves that gone through the various steps to prepare them for grounding into the fine Matcha powder. So, the word Tencha is not just the natural leaves of the tea plantation. All types of teas come from the same plant called camellia sinensis. While the cultivars may vary between plantations and countries, the plant essentially is the same. In this blog, we outline how the leaves from t ..read more