{"product_id":"organic-jasmine-green-matcha-tea","title":"ORGANIC JASMINE GREEN","description":"Exquisite floral notes float in synergy with lightly astringent fresh green tea. \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eStone stove left behind by immortals, Lies crooked in the center of the stream. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTea finished, two boats drift on abreast, Tea smoke; wafting delicate fragrance.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo goes the famous tea-drinking poem,Tea Stove by the ancient Chinese writer Zhu Xi. Written during the Song Dynasty (960-1279) a period of intense creativity in Chinese history, the poem illustrates the notion that tea in all its varied forms was a gift from the gods. In addition to spawning a literary and artistic renaissance of sorts, the Song Dynasty also saw much creative work in the realm of tea manufacture. At the time, the government began offering a series of tax credits to farmers who agreed to farm newly terraced hillsides. Farming became possible on the steep slopes thanks to the recent development of irrigation pumps that could elevate water up to the new fields. Farmers discovered that the new fields were ideal for growing many types of tea. As the tea farms grew in number, so to did the various varieties of teas being made to appeal to the increasingly sophisticated tastes of the urban population. (By the Song Dynasty, some Chinese cities already had populations of over 1Million!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the most important of these varieties was the development of jasmine scented tea, produced by layering freshly plucked leaves with fragrant jasmine blooms during processing. (Interestingly, like tea itself, as described in the poem above, the name Jasmine also means gift of god in Arabic.) At the time, jasmine tea became an instant success for merchants who began charging a premium for the wonderfully scented tea. (Also interestingly, this principle still brings smiles to the faces of merchants around the world!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Matcha \/ Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jiangxi Province\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine Matcha 10-16 micron. Made to Japanese specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1500 - 4500 feet above sea level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Matcha process, Small batch crafted, 100% natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green tea*, and Jasmine petals* *Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCup Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exquisite floral notes float in synergy with lightly astringent fresh green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tending bright emerald green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Matcha:\u003c\/strong\u003e One common misconception people have of Matcha is that is must be brewed according to the strict guidelines of the \u003cem\u003eCha no yu \u003c\/em\u003eceremony. In reality, Matcha can be brewed many different ways. We will detail some popular choices here, as well as the ceremonial method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot matcha latte brewing methods - fast method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 1\/2 tsp. (1g) per 8oz. (225ml) serving. Add 1\/2 tsp. (1g) to base of cup and add 2oz. of hot water \u0026amp; mix vigorously to make a smooth paste-like liquid. Top with freshly steamed milk (or substitute) and sweeten to taste. (Try maple syrup or honey)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Best and Most popular) Hot matcha latte brewing methods - Recommended method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Makes 2 cups (halve the ingredients to make 1 cup):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need a few items to prepare Matcha Lattes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha measure or tea spoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 oz. stainless steel carafe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso maker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavoring syrup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilk 2% (Almond, soy or rice milk).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong stir spoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo start, measure approximately 15oz. (450 ml) of milk into stainless steel carafe. Add 1 teaspoon or 2 matcha measures of Matcha. Stir with long spoon to combine with milk. Add 1 oz. (30 ml.) of flavoring syrup. Froth vigorously with frothing wand from espresso machine. When blend is smooth with micro bubbles, pour into cup. The aroma is great, it tastes better and you get all of the goodness from tea. Very invigorating! You may substitute 2 tablespoons of either Maple syrup, Agave syrup or Honey for the flavoring syrup to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using a measuring cup to prepare and use as a training guide, and with practice a Matcha Barista should be able to prepare using a Freehand method - or also known as winging it. The measure, however, takes out the guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't forget to clean your equipment - this avoids contaminating future beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot tea brewing method: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring filtered or freshly drawn water to a rolling boil and let cool to roughly 180'F\/82'C. Place approximately  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof a teaspoon of Matcha in your cup. Infuse with 8oz\/250ml of water, whisk briskly and enjoy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeremonial Matcha:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please note that in order to brew Ceremonial Matcha you will need a set of Japanese tea ceremony tools. (Bowls, scoops, and a whisk).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare tea bowls by warming them with boiled water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare your Matcha whisk by soaking the tip in the boiled water in one of the bowls for about 10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour the water out and dry the bowl with a paper towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing your teaspoon, add 2 scoops of Matcha to each bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour 1\/3 of a cup of your hot water into each bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a slow \"m\" motion, submerge any loose bits of Matcha that may be floating on the surface of the tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk the tea more briskly in a back and forth motion until the surface of the Matcha becomes frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsume immediately. (In Japan, it is customary to drink the entire bowl in 3 quick slurps).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Cold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIced matcha latte brewing methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 1\/2 tsp. (1g) per 8oz. (225ml) serving. Add 1\/2 tsp. (1g) to base of cup and add 2oz. of hot water \u0026amp; mix vigorously to make a smooth paste-like liquid. Top with freshly steamed milk (or substitute) and sweeten to taste. Cool for 30-60 minutes and pour over ice\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlow brewed Iced Matcha:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place 3 level teaspoons of Matcha into a glass pitcher. Fill pitcher with ice and let sit. After a few hours, ice will have melted and tea brewed. Stir vigorously to ensure the Matcha goes into suspension. Pour over ice and enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatcha Ginger Tea with crushed ice and lime:\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ingredients - 2 level teaspoons of Matcha, 2 tablespoons of chopped ginger, 1\/2 cup ice, juice of 1\/2 lime, dash of honey)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend ice, Matcha and ginger in a blender until ice is crushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into a chilled glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd lime juice and honey to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Specialist Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":1159235109,"sku":"3008-100","price":33.62,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 g","offer_id":1159235113,"sku":"3008-250","price":77.04,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 g","offer_id":1159235117,"sku":"3008-500","price":140.08,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/3859\/products\/3008.jpg?v=1442460232","url":"https:\/\/coasttocoasttea.ca\/products\/organic-jasmine-green-matcha-tea","provider":"Coast To Coast Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}