Mint Matcha Green Tea
In addition to making it a point to eat more greens, I’ve also been drinking more greens. I first tried matcha a few years ago and to be honest, it was far from love at first sip. I wanted to like it but I just couldn’t get past the earthy, almost dirt-like flavor. It turns out I was drinking cheap-o matcha instead of the vibrant, high quality powdered green tea. With matcha, it really is important to splurge a little on the premium organic and ceremonial grades.
I love tea year-round and especially during the winter. Sometimes a hot mug of tea keeping my hands warm is actually my motivation to get outside instead of hibernating under a blanket. Also motivation? When that mug gets replaced with a beautiful glass travel bottle.
I was recently introduced to sustainable lifestyle brand, Full Circle, and their Tea Time bottle. I’m currently coveting all of their thoughtfully-designed home products, but this Tea Time bottle deserves special mention. There’s a nifty strainer on the bottom that holds bagged or loose tea, sugar, lemon, or mint. It’s also BPA-free, with an eco-friendly cork sleeve and a twist-to-lock lid that makes it simple for even the clumsiest of us not to spill hot tea on ourselves.
For today’s mint matcha green tea recipe, I added some loose-leaf green tea, good quality matcha powder, and a little cane sugar to the strainer, and then a handful of fresh mint to the glass bottle (you could add it to the strainer but I like seeing fresh mint leaves in my tea). The result is a strong, minty green tea that makes me peppy enough to brave the Boston winter and give our dogs their daily walk, with easy one-handed drinking that keeps my fingers toasty.
The Giveaway has ended.
Full Circle is generously giving away a Tea Time bottle to one lucky P&H reader! To enter, simply visit their website and leave a comment on this post letting me know which color you’d most like to win, along with what kind of tea you’re loving right now.
I’ll randomly choose a winner on Friday, February 3rd at 12pm ET. Please note that the giveaway is open to US residents. Good luck!
Thank you to Full Circle for sponsoring this post! Their beautiful and sustainable home products can be purchased directly from the Full Circle website.
Mint Matcha Green Tea
Mint Matcha Green Tea
Serves: 2 cups
Prep Time: 5 mins
A simple mint matcha green tea, or mint double green tea (since matcha IS green tea!). I love the addition of fresh mint to balance the earthy green tea. Bonus: the matcha provides a more mellow dose of caffeine than coffee.
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Vegan Servings: 2 cups
Prep Time: 5 mins
A simple mint matcha green tea, or mint double green tea (since matcha IS green tea!). I love the addition of fresh mint to balance the earthy green tea. Bonus: the matcha provides a more mellow dose of caffeine than coffee.
Instructions
- Untwist the bottom cap of the Tea Time Bottle. Add the green tea and mint to the built-in strainer. Close the bottom cap securely.
- Flip the bottle and add the matcha powder and sweetener (if using), followed by the hot water. Close the top cap and shake gently to combine.
- Twist the cap 60° until you hear it click, then drink from any side.
Notes [1]
It’s important to buy the best quality matcha within your budget (since not all matcha is created equal!). I like Pure Matcha Organic Ceremonial Grade because it’s higher quality but not too expensive.
Copyright © 2023 Amanda Maguire for Pickles & Honey
