Matcha Green Tea 100g
Natural Green Tea Antioxidants. For Smoothies, Shakes and Lattes.Matcha Green Tea Powder 100g
Natural Green Tea Antioxidants | Ideal for Smoothies, Protein Shakes & Lattes | 50 Servings
Matcha Powder NZ – Affordable Everyday Matcha
NZProtein's Matcha Green Tea Powder is an affordable and versatile way to enjoy matcha as part of your daily diet.
Matcha is a finely ground green tea powder made from specially cultivated tea leaves. Unlike traditional green tea, where the leaves are steeped and discarded, matcha is consumed as the whole powdered leaf, providing naturally occurring plant compounds including antioxidants known as catechins.
Our matcha is particularly well suited to protein shakes, smoothies, yoghurt, baking and other recipes, making it an easy addition to your everyday nutrition.
Quality Matcha Without the Premium Price
Not all matcha is intended for the same purpose.
Premium ceremonial-grade matcha is typically prized for its delicate flavour, smooth texture and drinking experience when prepared simply with water. These qualities can come with a significantly higher price tag.
At NZProtein, our focus is a little different. We offer an affordable, everyday matcha powder primarily intended for mixing into food, smoothies and protein shakes.
Like other matcha powders, it provides naturally occurring green tea compounds, including catechins, without the premium price associated with specialist tea grades. The precise levels of these compounds can vary between different matcha products.
Our matcha has a more pronounced, earthy green tea flavour, which works particularly well when combined with other ingredients. It can also be prepared as a traditional matcha tea or latte.
What Are the Benefits of Matcha Green Tea?
Matcha has become popular around the world for its distinctive flavour and naturally occurring plant compounds.
Naturally occurring antioxidants
Matcha contains polyphenols, particularly catechins such as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). These compounds are widely studied for their antioxidant properties.
Contains natural caffeine
Matcha naturally contains caffeine from green tea leaves, making it a popular alternative to coffee and other caffeinated drinks. Caffeine levels vary depending on the matcha and serving size.
Whole-leaf green tea
Unlike conventional brewed green tea, matcha is consumed as finely powdered tea leaves rather than a water infusion. This means you consume the compounds present in the powdered leaf itself.
Easy to incorporate into your diet
Matcha can be added to an existing smoothie, protein shake, breakfast or recipe without needing to prepare a separate cup of tea.
How to Use Matcha Powder
We recommend starting with approximately 2g of matcha powder per serving, adjusting to your preferred taste.
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Protein shakes: Blend with vanilla or unflavoured protein powder, milk and your favourite ingredients.
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Smoothies: Add to banana, mango, berry or green smoothies.
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Matcha lattes: Mix with a little warm water before adding your preferred hot or cold milk.
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Breakfasts: Stir into yoghurt, porridge or overnight oats.
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Baking: Use in muffins, pancakes, energy balls, brownies and desserts.
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Traditional matcha tea: Whisk into warm water until evenly dispersed and lightly frothy.
Matcha has a naturally earthy, slightly bitter green tea flavour. Combining it with milk, fruit, yoghurt or protein powder can help balance its flavour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is matcha better than regular green tea?
Matcha differs from regular brewed green tea because you consume the powdered tea leaves rather than just an infusion. Both contain naturally occurring green tea compounds, but the quantities consumed depend on the product and preparation.
Does matcha powder contain caffeine?
Yes. Matcha naturally contains caffeine. The amount varies depending on the tea leaves, processing and serving size.
Is this matcha suitable for drinking on its own?
Yes. Our matcha can be prepared with water or milk. However, it is primarily intended as an affordable, everyday matcha for smoothies, protein shakes, lattes and cooking rather than a specialist ceremonial tea.
How many servings are in a 100g pack?
There are approximately 50 servings per 100g pack when using 2g per serving.
Can I mix matcha with protein powder?
Absolutely. Matcha is a great addition to protein shakes, particularly vanilla and unflavoured varieties. Simply blend it with your usual protein powder, liquid and other ingredients.
Matcha Recipes
Chocolate Bark
Matcha and Chilli Chocolate is a great healthy power boost and also features coconut and almonds
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Matcha Lemonade
A simple, refreshing and tangy drink perfect to keep in the fridge. Have this drink mid-morning for a caffeine and antioxidant hit!
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Energy Bites
Similar to protein balls, our pumpkin and chocolate chip energy bites make for a super healthy snack
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Super Smoothie
A super smoothie jam packed full of nutritional powerhouses to help set your system up for peak performance.
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Three Layered Raw Cheesecake
All the flavour but none of the naughties. A beautiful raw dessert with three decadent layers to curb the cravings.
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We stand firmly behind our products so we have commenced periodic batch testing of products by independent third party laboratories. These test reports will provide further evidence of the standards we adhere to.
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