OMGTEA AAA Grade Matcha is a high grade organic, premium ceremonial tea. Real matcha comes from Japan and is made from the finest shade-grown leaves stone-ground to a fine powder. OMGTea AAA is made with only the finest leaves from the top of the plant and first harvest ground using a traditional granite stone mill, a process that takes more than an hour to grind 30 grams. This process makes the high quality matcha fine and silky to touch, with particle sizes that are only 5-10 microns.Quality matcha green tea naturally contains L-Theanine and caffeine which have the dual effects of calming and relaxing the mind, while giving your metabolism a healthy kick start which will give you an all-natural energy boost. Not only that but when combined with healthy and regular exercise a good cup of green tea increases thermogenesis - the rate at which your body burns calories.This award-winning, high grade matcha is for matcha lovers who enjoy their matcha straight as a tea. Characteristics: mild, sweet, with a delicate aftertaste and a clear hint of umami. A luminous emerald green and rich fragrance. Vegan friendly and gluten free.Very fine texture means that it is prone to lumps, but this is a sign of quality! Simply put the matcha through a tea strainer before to remove any lumps. Preparation: Place 1/2 heaped teaspoon of matcha into a tea strainer over a mug or bowl to remove any lumps. Add a few drops of 80℃ water and mix to create a paste. Fill with more 80℃ water and whisk until frothy and smooth.