There's nothing quite as satisfying as the silky, velvety microfoam that crowns the perfect bowl of matcha. Achieving this creamy, delicate foam transforms your tea ritual into an artful experience. Today, we're exploring how two key elements—premium matcha powder and the right bamboo whisk—combine to create matcha perfection.
Choose Premium Matcha
Not every matcha creates equally fine microfoam. The ideal matcha should:
- Be finely milled: Opt for ceremonial-grade matcha with an 800-mesh fineness. This ultra-fine powder dissolves effortlessly, yielding a smooth and consistent foam.
- Show vivid colour and fresh aroma: Bright green hues and a fresh, grassy fragrance indicate superior quality, ensuring a delightful flavour and texture.
- Be fresh: Always buy matcha that's recently harvested and properly stored. Fresher powder creates smoother foam and richer taste.
Not every matcha creates equally fine microfoam. The ideal matcha should:
- Be finely milled: At Toss & Brew, we use ceremonial-grade matcha milled to an ultra-fine 800-mesh. This ultra-fine powder dissolves effortlessly, yielding a smooth and consistent foam.
- Show vivid colour and fresh aroma: Bright green hues and a fresh, grassy fragrance indicate superior quality, ensuring a delightful flavour and texture, exactly what we provide with our carefully sourced matcha from Kyoto.
- Be fresh: Always buy matcha that's recently harvested and properly stored. Fresher powder creates smoother foam and richer taste, something we prioritise at Toss & Brew.
Bamboo Whisk Selection & Technique
The bamboo whisk (chasen) is essential in achieving the perfect microfoam:
- Choose your whisk wisely: Toss & Brew's bamboo whisk, crafted with approximately 100 fine prongs, ensures finer, denser bubbles, contributing to a creamier foam.
- Prepare your whisk: Soak your bamboo whisk in warm water briefly before using it. This softens the prongs, helping create a smoother whisking motion and finer foam.
Whisking Method
Here's our tried-and-true method to achieve the best matcha microfoam:
- Sift: Use a fine sieve to sift approximately 2 grams (2 teaspoon) of Toss & Brew matcha into your bowl.
- Temperature: Pour about 40ml of hot water at around 75°C into your bowl.
- Whisk: Move your whisk briskly back and forth in a W-shaped motion for about 15-20 seconds. Aim for quick yet gentle wrist movements to aerate the tea effectively.
- Finish gently: Slow your movements as a beautiful, even microfoam appears on the surface.
Expert Tips
- Water matters: Soft, filtered water enhances foam formation, while hard water may hinder it.
- Keep tools clean: Rinse your bamboo whisk after each use and air-dry it upside-down on a whisk holder to maintain its shape.
Discover Toss & Brew Matcha & Bamboo Whisk
Elevate your matcha experience with Toss & Brew's premium matcha powder and artisan bamboo whisk. Our matcha is sourced directly from Kyoto, crafted for unmatched freshness, flavour, and texture. Pair this exceptional tea with our finely crafted bamboo whisk, designed specifically to help you achieve the perfect microfoam every time.Explore our range and bring the essence of mindful tea-making to your daily ritual with Toss & Brew.
