Nothing is more thirst quenching than an ice cold lemonade. This recipe isn't your average glass of lemonade, though. We've taken the classic summer staple and added what we're known best for, super smooth Japanese matcha.  Here's the secret: We perfected this recipe during our summer festival pop-ups, and trust us, it was our bestselling drink. The key lies in the perfect lemonade base with a squeeze of lime. For the most delicious results, you want a lime with thin skin that gives slightly when squeezed gently.  You can make a batch of lemonade and keep it in the f ..read more

Mango Matcha Latte Calling all matcha enthusiasts who like things a bit...extra (but trust us, it's AMAZING). This Mango Matcha Chia recipe is a blast from the past – it was a crowd-pleaser at our 2017 Matcha Bar Pop Ups (IYKYK). Prep: Mix 1 ½ tsp of chia seeds into ¼ cup of coconut milk or water, let sit in fridge and allow to thicken for 30 minutes or overnight. Purée 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen mango in a food processor or high speed blender.   To make the Mango Matcha Chia drink: Add the soaked chia seeds to the bottom of your glass. Layer on the mango puree. Sweeten with maple sy ..read more

  While working remotely in Costa Rica, I took the opportunity to mix our Amoda Matcha with as many tropical ingredients as I could! Here are three super easy matcha drink recipes to start incorporating into your repertoire when you want to sip on something refreshing!   This drink is fun and simple, hydrating and refreshing! After some exercise, nothing beats a cold coconut water. The natural sweetness of the coconut water is the perfect subtle partner for matcha. Grab a fresh coconut and chill it in the fridge. When you're ready for it, crack open the top, if needed ..read more

Who doesn't love an ice cold seltzer on a hot Summer day! We love adding fresh mango puree and matcha to take this Summer favourite to the next level.  INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon Amoda Mango Oasis adaptogen iced matcha mix 1/4 cup cold water 1/3 cup mango puree (fresh or frozen mango chunks blended with a splash of water until smooth) 1 cup of sparkling water ice METHOD Whisk 1 tablespoon of Mango Oasis with 1/4 cup of cold water. Set aside. In a separate glass, add mango puree. Top with ice and sparkling water. Pour over the whisked matcha. Stir, and enjoy! Want to make i ..read more

From your morning matcha to happy hour, this Matcha Pina Colada will transport you to a tropical paradise anytime of day. We added our own twist to this classic Summertime drink with a sachet of our Matcha Latte Blend, a coconut matcha latte blend loaded with glowy-skin ingredients like tremella mushroom, tocos, and amla.  INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk 1/4 cup coconut water 1 heaping cup frozen pineapple juice of 1/2 a lime handful of ice 1 sachet of Amoda Matcha Latte Blend OR 1-2 tsp Amoda Japanese Matcha Optional: maple syrup or sweetener to taste METHOD Add all ing ..read more

What is Tremella mushroom? Tremella, or snow fungus mushroom as it is sometimes known, is a white jelly fungus that holds up to 500 times its weight in water and is best known today for its positive benefits to the look and feel of your skin. Visually, tremella mushrooms look more like loofahs or coral than they do a mushroom.  Tremella has been used as food and medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for thousands of years. It is rich in dietary fibers, protein, minerals, and antioxidants and high in vitamin D. [1] We owe a lot of today’s use and understanding of the benefits of t ..read more

This rose matcha latte tastes like Spring in a cup! Start your morning with the energizing benefits of matcha in a creamy latte sweetened with rose-infused simple syrup. Enjoy it hot or poured over ice - it's delicious either way. Don't forget the rose petal garnish if you're feeling extra! RECIPE 1 tsp Amoda Japanese Matcha or Amoda Ceremonial Matcha + 1/4 cup hot water 1-2 tsp rose infused syrup* (see below) 3/4 cup unsweetened milk of your choice optional: rose petals to garnish ROSE SYRUP 1 cup food-grade rose water 1 cup sugar METHOD First, start by making a rose-infused simple ..read more

This matcha tiramisu is the perfect sweet treat for all matcha lovers. Infused with the bold flavour of our Japanese Matcha, spongy ladyfingers are layered with a lusciously creamy and slightly sweet mascarpone. Make it at least 4 hours before you want to enjoy. INGREDIENTS 1 cup mascarpone cheese 1 cup heavy whipping cream 3 tbsp sugar 4 teaspoons Amoda Japanese Matcha 3/4 cup hot water 15 ladyfingers   METHOD  In a bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese and sugar until combined. Fold in the whipped cr ..read more

If you’re feeling sluggish, experiencing skin issues or digestive disturbances, you may want to think about doing a gentle cleanse using liver supporting herbs. Spring is the perfect time to talk about cleansing herbs as the plant world gives us a fresh arsenal to start spring cleansing and our bodies could use a little nudge to get things moving after a long winter.  Spring is a time for renewal and growth - It is a welcome shift from the contraction and inward nature of winter. Winter is a time to hibernate and re-nourish the body, particularly the digestive sys ..read more

Everyone loves a good cup of tea in the morning, but have you ever thought about putting tea in a fluffy stack of pancakes?! Try this recipe with your favourite black tea, or a chocolate flavoured tea for Valentine's Day! Garnish with fresh fruit, a dusting of icing sugar, and you have the perfect breakfast in bed for you, or your loved one. Don't forget a cup of tea on the side! RECIPE 2 teaspoons black tea (try a chocolate flavoured one!)  1 cup boiled water 1 cup flour 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder pinch of salt 1 egg 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon ..read more