A Beginner's Guide to Whisking Matcha

New to matcha? Here's the simple version.

Step 1: Sift first. Matcha clumps easily — a quick pass through a fine sieve keeps it smooth.

Step 2: Use water just off the boil. Around 70–80°C is the sweet spot. Boiling water can scorch matcha and turn it bitter.

Step 3: Whisk in a W or M motion. Fast, light strokes create the foam matcha is known for — no need to press hard.

Step 4: Start with less than you think. About 1–2g of matcha (roughly half a teaspoon) with 60–80ml of water is a good starting ratio. Adjust from there to your taste.

Step 5: Drink it fresh. Matcha is best whisked and enjoyed right away, while it's still vibrant and foamy.

Our Matcha Beginner Set includes everything above — whisk, bowl, spoon, and sieve, alongside a 30g tin of our signature matcha — so you can start without hunting down separate pieces.