A Guided Explanation of the Matcha Making Process From Beginning to End

In a new episode of the Eater series Consumed, host Kat Odell explains the matcha making process – how the tea leaves are processed, the method of making a cup of matcha and the many different ways matcha can be used.

The green powder is everywhere, showing up in baked goods, ice cream, and even your morning latte. But what IS matcha, and how does it differ from normal green tea? Eater Drinks editor and Consumed host Kat Odell digs in to the production process of the drink some call the cleaner answer to coffee.

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.