CBD Matcha | Meet Mighty Matcha
Matcha (meaning “finely powdered tea”) is sourced from young green tea leaves, and its quality vastly differs depending on source. That’s why we uses the highest-grade matcha available. Combined with 100% hemp-derived pure CBD, this matcha provides an invigorating drinking experience. Prepare as koicha or pour over ice with milk for a delicious Matcha latte.
What does CBD Matcha taste like?
Matcha is a finely powdered green tea leaf, often having an astringent, semi-sweet grassy flavor. For our matcha, we’ve selected a ceremonial grade variety. Ceremonial grade is a designation given to the quality of matcha often used for a koicha or “thick tea” preparation, typical of tea ceremonies. Ceremonial Grade matcha is notably made from the youngest of tea leaves, with all the stems and veins removed; this results in a smoother quality over lower grade or “culinary” grade matcha or green tea powder.
This matcha is designed to be enjoyed as-is, without milk or sweeteners, but the exceptional quality is also fantastic over ice with milk as a matcha latte.
Tasting Notes: Vegetal, Grassy, Bright Green
Note: To support absorption of CBD, we include a very small amount of additional organic ingredients in our matcha. They add a slightly sweet, toasted coconut profile, as well as a small amount of fat molecules, which help CBD make its way through your body.
What is Matcha?
Matcha means “finely powdered tea,” and it is made from young, shade-grown green tea leaves. In fact, all matcha is shade grown because the shading of the leaves stimulates additional chlorophyll production in the plant, which gives results in its beautiful green color. Although matcha also comes from Camellia Sinensis plant, also known as the common tea plant, it is grown differently to support this extra period to produce chlorophyll. Generally, matcha farmers cover their plants 20-30 days before harvesting to avoid direct sunlight. This process increases the production of chlorophyll, giving the plant a darker hue boosting the amino acid content.
What’s more, instead of the leaves being rolled, shaped and dried like traditional tea leaves, Matcha tea leaves are dried and then ground in a slow-turning mills resulting in the fine green tea powder. Generally, matcha is then whisked into hot water or steamed milk. Matcha tends to have more caffeine than other green teas and black tea, because of how much more concentrated you get the beverage (mixed powder vs. brewed leaves).
What is a matcha or tea ceremony?
The matcha tea ceremony was often taken up by the Samurai class and high ranking members in society. The tea ceremony, also known as The Way of Tea or chanoyu in Japanese, is still practiced today. It is centered around the art of preparing and serving tea, and involves unique tradition for both host and guest. Originally developed as a spiritual practice, where the guest leaves the concerns of the outside world behind, then crawls on hands and knees into the home, a practice known as nigiri guchi, the original principals still very important to the tea ceremonies today. The ceremony is intended to invoke an atmosphere of intimacy, where the participants share a sense of equality and are present with one another.
What are the benefits of Mighty Matcha?
Matcha itself is rich in catechins, a plant compound that acts as a natural antioxidant. Because matcha is pure, ground green tea leaves, it has a more concentrated amount of antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds than other black, green, or white tea. In fact, one cup of Matcha has as many antioxidants as 10 cups of brewed green tea. It is also high in vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium.
When should I drink Mighty Matcha?
Since Matcha is a green tea that contains caffeine, we suggest drinking it in the morning as a coffee replacement or as a pick me up in the middle of the day.
How to Make CBD Matcha:
- Sift 1-2 tsp matcha into a cup using a small sifter.
- Add 2oz hot water. For best results, use water just under a boil.
- Whisk vigorously in a zig zag motion until the tea is frothy.
- Enjoy your matcha tea straight from the bowl, or pour over ice and top with milk for a delicious CBD matcha latte.
The Brothers Apothecary exclusively uses hemp that contains <0.3% THC and is licensed with the Department of Agriculture.
*Disclaimer • Testing
I’m not 100% sure but the matcha I had received did not contain cbd, there wasn’t any hint the skunky odor inherent in cbd products. I ordered the chai and the presence of cbd was very apparent.
by Matthew
verified owner
Hey Matthew,
The Mighty Matcha uses a tasteless and odorless isolated CBD, that’s completely homogenized with the Matcha powder itself. The tea uses a full spectrum CBD that (while homogenized) is much easier to identify in the mix, from both the smell and taste.
Best,
by The Bud Brothers
Yes, but a cannaboid isolate lacks the terpenes that actually help boost the immune system. In matcha, the CBD would have a sedative effect mainly.
by Stephen H. Kawamoto
Love their teas! Very good and satisfies. Good clean taste. The Cbd is very good.
by Quinn
verified owner
In the photos here the matcha looks like a vibrant green color, my matcha I purchased is a muddy green, almost brown color, even when brewed and whisked together. There is no best before date on the package. For those reasons I don’t think i’ll be buying this again.
by Tea Drinker
Hey there! We’re so sorry to hear about that. The Matcha should definitely be a vibrant green, though some natural variation will always occur. All of our products are small-batch (so you should have a very fresh product at time of purchase). That said, Matcha should be used within a year of the Made By date, so if purchased before, it won’t be as lively as when first received.
We weren’t able to locate an order attached to this email, but please reach out to us at info (at) thebrostea.com and we’d be very happy to replace your item at no extra cost — imperfect Matcha is never fun!
Thanks so much for trying us out and sharing your experience!
The Brothers
by The Brothers
I absolutely LOVE this tea! I ordered 3 more because of how delicious this tea is. Drinking this tea makes me feel really good!
by beewilson
verified owner
I really like this! But I don’t think many other people would give it a five star. It’s bitter, like green tea should be, which I love! Most matchas are way too sweet for me, I’ve spent years trying to find one a little more green tea flavor and less like sugar,.. this is definitely it! And I like to throw in a little CBD turmeric orange honey!! It’s my newest favorite, ordered a 2nd bag before finishing the first. (I use CBD for my rheumatoid arthritis, but I like green tea as a natural detoxifier.)
by Tamitha Hunt
verified owner
As I am sensitive to THC I was so happy to find out Brother’s offers CBD isolate products like this one that is THC-free. I can drink this CBD matcha anytime of the day and feel focused, relaxed and grounded. An excellent matcha!
by Jeff
Love the kit and the matcha is great in the mornings.
by Tanisha
verified owner