5 Reasons to Love Matcha

5 Reasons to Love Matcha

Valentine’s Day is only a few days away and we think it’s the perfect time to show appreciation for our favourite tea. There are so many reasons why we love...
Let's talk caffeine: Matcha vs. Coffee

Let's talk caffeine: Matcha vs. Coffee

Caffeine has been a hot topic in the news this week. As reported by the BBC, consumer group Which? compared the caffeine in drinks at five big chains and says...
Baking with Matcha

Baking with Matcha

Matcha isn’t just a tea; it is a wonderfully versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide variety of both savoury and sweet recipes. In fact, you might have...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022

It’s been more than 12 years since my mother was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer, but I can still remember the initial feeling of disbelief, quickly followed by fear...
Organic September 2022

Organic September 2022

It’s that time of year again, Organic September, the month-long campaign aimed at raising awareness of organic products, and the brands, producers and farmers who supply them to us there...
Chawan or match bowl designed by OMGTea

What is a chawan and why is it important?

The chawan, translated from Japanese as tea bowl, is the ceramic vessel in which matcha tea is prepared and it has played an important role in Japanese tea ceremonies since...
4 Ways Quality Matcha Supports Healthy Skin

4 Ways Quality Matcha Supports Healthy Skin

Our skin is the largest organ of our body and plays an important role in protecting our bones, muscles, and internal organs. So, taking good care of our skin isn’t...
The History of Matcha

The History of Matcha

 Matcha has been around for more than 800 years and it’s growing in awareness and popularity every year, but do you know how this fascinating tea originated? The matcha we...
Matcha Challenge 2022 Results

Matcha Challenge 2022 Results

The OMGTea Matcha Challenge has been growing year on year since it started and this year was no exception, with more participants than ever before. We started the OMGTea Matcha...
International Women's Day

International Women's Day

Next Tuesday, March 8th is International Women's Day (IWD), a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action...
Does Matcha Make You Poop?

Does Matcha Make You Poop?

Okay friends, it’s time to get real.  This question comes up quite a bit and despite not being the easiest subject to address, we thought it was time to explore...
How Matcha Can Help You Survive the Holiday Season

How Matcha Can Help You Survive the Holiday Season

If the song is to be believed, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. And whilst it really is a time for celebration, the commitments and demands associated...