The Common Kitchen Tool Used To Make Your Own Matcha Powder
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BY NIKITA EPHANOV
You'll typically find matcha sold already pulverized, but if you want to extend the tea's shelf life and preserve its flavor, you can grind your own matcha with a coffee grinder.
A classic blade model will make drinkable matcha, but for enhanced textural consistency, the burr design is better. For an extra-fine texture, reach for a model built for espresso.
Simply keep shelf-stable tencha at home, then grind the leaves right before using the matcha to ensure freshness. However, this method does come with its own difficulties.
Matcha grinding is a delicate process, and any heat generated can deteriorate the plant's flavors. For this reason, it’s best to use a manual grinder rather than an electric one.
