New Japanese Matcha in Singapore
How to Make Matcha at Home
Meet two new matcha tins from Shizuoka, learn how to prepare a smooth traditional bowl or an iced latte, and discover Japanese sweets that make the experience even better.
Matcha can be many things: a quiet bowl whisked with hot water, a creamy iced latte on a warm Singapore afternoon, or the distinctive flavour behind a favourite Japanese dessert. The easiest place to begin is with a matcha that suits the way you like to drink it.
Tokyo Fresh Direct has added two Japanese matcha tins from Suzuki Choju Shoten in Shizuoka. Ashikubo Samidori Matcha offers a refined, mellow cup for enjoying with water, while Nutty Matcha is roasted to develop a warmer aroma that works especially well with milk. Both products are halal certified.
Quick choice: Choose Ashikubo Samidori Matcha when you want to taste the tea itself. Choose Nutty Matcha when you want a rich hot or iced matcha latte.
Meet the Two New Matcha Tins
Ashikubo Samidori Matcha Tin 20g
Made with the rare Samidori cultivar grown in Ashikubo, Shizuoka City. Expect a vivid green colour, elegant aroma and mellow umami selected by tea master Yotaro Suzuki.
S$26.00
Nutty Matcha Tin 30g
High-heat roasting brings out a warm, nutty aroma and mellow richness. Its flavour is designed to remain satisfying when blended with milk.
S$20.00
Which Matcha Should You Choose?
| Best for | Ashikubo Samidori Matcha | Nutty Matcha |
|---|---|---|
| Taste | Elegant aroma and mellow umami | Warm, nutty aroma and mellow richness |
| How to drink | Whisked with water | Hot or iced latte |
| Food pairing | Delicate Japanese sweets and cakes | Brownies, pudding and richer desserts |
| Choose it when | You want to appreciate the matcha itself | You want matcha that stands up to milk |
How to Make Traditional Matcha at Home
A bamboo whisk creates fine foam, but the method matters more than owning a complete tea set. Use fresh water, avoid boiling temperatures and whisk promptly so the matcha stays evenly suspended.
What you need
Usucha Style Matcha
- 2g matcha
- 70ml hot water at about 80°C
- Tea bowl or wide cup
- Bamboo whisk or small handheld frother
Method
- Sift 2g of matcha into a wide bowl to remove small clumps.
- Add 70ml of hot water at about 80°C.
- Whisk briskly from the wrist in a quick M or W motion without scraping the bottom.
- Stop when the surface has a fine, even foam and enjoy immediately.
For a thicker koicha-style serving, use 4g of matcha with 40ml of water at 80°C and mix slowly until smooth. Ashikubo Samidori Matcha is the stronger choice when the tea itself is the focus.
How to Make an Iced Nutty Matcha Latte
This simple recipe is designed for Nutty Matcha, whose roasted aroma and mellow body remain present after milk is added.
What you need
Iced Matcha Latte
- 2g Nutty Matcha
- 30ml hot water at about 80°C
- 150ml cold milk or preferred milk alternative
- Ice
- Optional sweetener
Method
- Sift the matcha into a bowl or cup.
- Add the hot water and whisk until smooth and lightly foamy.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour in the milk.
- Pour the matcha over the milk, stir and sweeten only if desired.
More Special Matcha Sweets
There is more to matcha than a freshly whisked bowl or an iced latte. Discover other special Japanese matcha sweets at Tokyo Fresh Direct, from a rich brownie with macadamia nuts to Shizuoka matcha pudding and chewy mochi ice cream. Each offers a different way to enjoy the tea's distinctive flavour.
Rich Matcha Brownie
Uji matcha and low-sugar white chocolate give this brownie its rich tea flavour, while roasted macadamia nuts add a satisfying crunch.
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Ganna Rich Matcha Pudding
Made with Shizuoka matcha, this pudding balances gentle sweetness with tea-like bitterness and umami for a dessert full of matcha character.
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Matcha Kinako Mochi Ice Cream
Matcha, brown sugar and roasted soybean flour come together in a mochi ice cream treat, with a soft, chewy exterior and a cool, creamy centre.
View ProductHow to Keep Matcha Fresh in Singapore
- Keep the tin tightly closed and away from heat, humidity and direct sunlight.
- Store it at room temperature before opening, then refrigerate after opening as directed.
- Let a chilled tin approach room temperature before opening to reduce condensation.
- Always use a clean, dry spoon.
Find Your Matcha Moment
Choose Ashikubo Samidori Matcha for a vivid, refined bowl, or Nutty Matcha for a creamy latte. Explore more Japanese matcha drinks and sweets delivered in Singapore.
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