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Some things are better done the traditional way
I remember my first cup. The full-bodied taste that lingered long after that first warm sip. Earthy. Wholesome. Smooth, with subtle hints of sweet— I was instantly hooked. It wasn’t long after that I purchased my first matcha powder, and began to experiment trying to recreate that delicious electric green cup I so much enjoyed.
It was then I realized just how much the flavor spectrum can vary from one grade of matcha to the next. But it’s not just the grade of matcha that matters— It’s how you prepare it. The full-bodied green taste of matcha is caused by what are called “polyphenols” in the tea leaf. If you add too much matcha powder these polyphenols are overpowering, and you create a bitter tea. If you add too little matcha powder, your cup may taste empty, and each sip will leave you yearning for more flavor.
Creating the perfect cup
Creating the perfect cup starts with creating the perfect tools. The traditional bamboo tea whisk (chasen) and chashaku have been the tool of choice for creating the perfect frothy matcha for over 1000 years —and I have found this truly is the best way to prepare a cup.
Our process is simple, to create the perfect whisk, you need to start with the best material. Our team hand inspects each bamboo rod for blemishes and integrity. Any piece of bamboo that doesn’t meet our standards is rejected. Only after selecting the best bamboo material does our team begin the production process by hollowing out the bamboo rods, and cutting them down to the perfect length for the tea whisks.
The next step is the most important part in the process. Our specialists hand curl each tine to create the perfect matcha brush. The soft brushing motion of the tines is what gives matcha the perfect consistency, and without this integral step in our process, the tea will not come out the same.
Care Instructions
Due to the natural properties of a bamboo matcha whisk, it’s important to take proper care of your matcha tool to extend the life of the product. We recommend gently hand washing after each use. The most important step is to make sure the whisk is dry after use. If you allow the tool to stay wet for an extended period of time, the product will wear much faster. It’s natural for the tines of your whisk to uncurl over time, eventually you will need to replace your whisk.
Waterfall2
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2023
I really appreciate the nice container and the bamboo is well made. It does a great job of whisking matcha.
roberta evans
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2023
Great product
Angie
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2022
I bought this item years ago! It was well packaged and easy to use. I was able to make Matcha drinks authentically.
JimN
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2020
New to the matcha world I figured that I didn't need any "apparatus" to stir something. I was dead wrong. If you don't want chalky lumps in your matcha tea you actually do need this. I selected this particular product because it included spoons. I was hoping that the matcha would not stick to the bamboo like it did the plastic measuring teaspoon but it sticks just the same. I've gone back to the plastic measuring spoon for the sake of consistency--I'm sure I'll find good use for the spoons though, their quality is good.
Regina
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2016
I received this set and instantly fell in love with it! Of course I ordered it to whisk my green tea powder and it works very well!Above being happy with it's frothy ability, I also like the appearance of this set! I'm kind of a bamboo enthusiast. This set meets my high standards!!It's a reasonable price for what I assume, will last a long time. It appears to be very well made. I highly recommend this set, especially if you are a green tea powder drinker!
Thor the Viking
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2013
An essential tool in any Matcha drinker's tool kit.Order some Matcha (Ceremonial grade)Order this.Watch some you tube videos about (Matcha Tea Ceremony)You will see that this tool will allow you to produce that frothy, creamy latte-like consistency that is what a cup of Matcha tea is supposed to be.This is a darling little kit, and gives you everything you need to prepare your matcha.Just do yourself a favor and get good grade Matcha that is from young buds so you get that high level of L-Theanine in combo with naturally occuring caffeine that creates a blissful mood that only matcha can provide.This will send you on your Alpha brain wave Matcha tea journey in no time!
Posh Gypsy
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2012
I love this product! Up until I received it I was actually trying to whisk my green tea in hot water using a fork. Naturally I had lumpy tea that wasn't too appetizing. What a difference this makes! A little bit of Do Matcha in a bowl using the included spoon, with a little hot water, and voila, perfect tea every time. I'm glad I opted for the set with the spoon because I was using a teaspoon before. Using the spoon kind of makes the experience complete. I'm not sure what people are saying in some reviews, talking about the whisk will no longer fit in the container? It's flexible bamboo. I rinse it off after use, allow it to dry completely, and it fits perfectly back in the container. I don't use the cover because I'm worried that bacteria might form (maybe?) but it fits back on the container perfectly if I did want to use it. I use this bamboo whisk and spoon every day and it's just great. Highly recommended!
Jeff H
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2012
Overall a very high quality set. The Chasen is smooth, makes the Matcha infinitely better. My only complaint is that I dropped the wooden scoop on the counter top the first day and chip of wood came out the front, now the tea gets stuck in that chip. It was my own fault so can't really blame the product but still frustrating it chipped from such a small fall, oh well. Overall I highly recommend this Chasen though.
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