Matcha is a particular type of green tea, obtained from tea leaves that are first shaded, then steamed, dried without being rolled, refined into flakes, and finally ground into a fine powder. This production method allows for a unique flavor by limiting catechins (which are responsible for bitterness) and increasing the content of theanine (an amino acid that imparts a savory umami flavor).
Matcha is particularly rich in umami, chlorophyll, and caffeine. It is considered a superfood: consuming the whole leaf in powdered form allows for the complete absorption of all the valuable compounds it contains, such as catechins and amino acids
