Bio Agri Indo is the matcha supplier from Indonesia. We sell 100% pure culinary grade matcha powder / green tea powder without additives. There are two types that we have which are the matcha powder and matcha lattes (matcha and milk).
Matcha / matcha powder / green tea powder is a high grade powdered form of green tea. Matcha powder is stirred with hot water and drank. Matcha powder is famous around the world in the food and beverage industry for making matcha tea, matcha lattes, matcha boba, and matcha ice cream, or matcha salad dressing.
Matcha is obtained from the leaves Camellia sinensis plant. The tea leaves from Camellia sinensis plant is planted and processed differently than any other tea.
Specific method to produce matcha
- Matcha is process in a less sun and light exposure environment (shade grown). This helps to improve the production of chlorophyl in matcha tea plant, hence a rich green color leaves are obtained. Additionally, insufficient sun exposure decreases the photosynthesis of the leaves, which can adjust the levels of flavanols, antioxidants, caffeine and sugar content of the leaves. This result in the different flavor of matcha in comparison to other tea plant
- Seasonal where only three leaves from the newest spring buds grown in shading condition are hand plucked for the production of matcha. Because of this terms and conditions, premium matcha is gained
- The tea leaves for matcha production are steamed within hours of plucking to improve the rich green color and stop the oxidation process. As a result, matcha flavor is unique
- The leaves are laid to dry, then their veins and stems are removed. The leaves are then stone ground into matcha powder.
Matcha grades
Ceremonial matcha – the premium matcha from the most carefully planted and processed buds and leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. It tastes smooth and usually enjoyed on its own.
Culinary grade matcha – stronger flavor than ceremonial grade matcha. It might contain ground leaves that still had veins and stems included, might combine matcha powder from several sources. Its best consumed by mixing it with milk to form matcha lattes. Culinary grade matcha is cheaper in price.
Matcha health benefits
- Matcha is rich in antioxidants; polyphenols and catechins (epigallotechin-3-gallete / ECGG). These antioxidants are powerful against free radicals, help to prevent cell damage and cancer cells. Matcha also acts as anti-aging agent.
- Matcha powder contains caffeine, hence drinking matcha improves memory, reaction time and attention. Research shown that drinking matcha regularly can enhance brain function. Matcha also contains L-theanine, which generates relaxation, lower stress levels, increase alertness, and keep away the strike in energy level that occurs after consuming caffeine.
- Matcha helps to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. It decreases levels of LDL and total cholesterol. Hence, combined with healthy lifestyle, drinking matcha can promote heart heath.
- Matcha powder speeds up metabolism and fat burning, and can increase weight loss.
