The selection of tea ceremony/etiquette grade matcha can be done from the following aspects:
Color: High quality matcha should present a natural, soft green color, possibly with some yellow tones. Overly bright green may indicate the addition of artificial colors
Tea ceremony grade matcha will have fresh green tea powder, dark green tea soup, and tender green to white tea foam when brewed
Odor: High quality matcha should have a refreshing scent of seaweed or brown leaves, with a slight sweet aroma
Taste: Tea ceremony grade matcha should have no bitter taste in the mouth, a mellow taste, and a fresh and refreshing aftertaste
Brewing effect: When senior matcha is brewed (1g matcha with 100ml boiled water), it will form rich foam, and the soup color is like emerald green when fresh green tea leaves are crushed. After standing, foam disappears or foam is removed, and the soup presents uniform green
Origin and production process: Choose matcha from high-quality origins,
Brand and Certification: Choose reputable brands and certified matcha to ensure their quality and purity.