How to Make the Perfect Cup of Matcha Tea - Den's Tea

Brewing Matcha. Soak the chasen in warm water before use. This way the tips become soft and bend easily when whisking the matcha. The bamboo may break if not soaked before each use. Place one bamboo tea scoop of matcha powder into the matcha bowl. If you have a strainer, you may want to put the matcha into the strainer and sift it into the bowl to break up any lumps. You can use the chashaku to push the matcha through the sieve. Pour two ounces of the boiling water into a cup and then transfer it to the matcha bowl. This will cool the boiling water to the right temperature for matcha. You can adjust the strength of your matcha by increasing the amount of matcha powder or hot water. Whisk the matcha with a quick up and down motion resembling the letter W. The chasen should be kept just off the bottom of the bowl. There should be no lumps of matcha powder at this point. Try to develop a fine froth for a smoother taste.