Quick Answer
Whisk Moomins Berry Basket Matcha Blend with a little hot water first, then top with milk for a hot latte or pour over ice for a refreshing iced drink.
Why the Berry Basket Blend Brews Differently
This matcha blend is sweet and jammy, thanks to the bountiful berries from the Moominvalley harvest. Because it contains real fruit pieces, it behaves a little differently from plain matcha: the fruit can settle, and the powder may clump if you add liquid too quickly.
The blend is ceremonial grade and sourced from Japan, so it deserves a gentle brewing method. Sifting or whisking helps distribute the fruit evenly and prevents a gritty or lumpy drink.
How to Brew Moomins Berry Basket Matcha Hot or Iced
- Measure your matcha: Use 1 to 2 teaspoons of Moomins Berry Basket Matcha Blend per cup. Check that your spoon is dry to keep the powder from clumping in the jar. Keep the jar tightly sealed when not measuring to preserve freshness.
- Sift the powder: Sift the matcha into a bowl or mug to break up any lumps. This is especially important with a fruit-infused blend, as the berry pieces can clump together. Sifting is your best defense against a lumpy drink.
- Add a little hot water: Pour about 2 tablespoons of water heated to 160-170°F (70-80°C) over the sifted matcha. Whisk in a zigzag motion until smooth and slightly frothy. Avoid boiling water, which can make the matcha bitter. If you don't have a thermometer, let boiling water sit for a minute before using.
- Finish hot or iced: For a hot drink, top with steamed or warmed milk. For an iced drink, fill a glass with ice and pour the matcha mixture over it, then add cold milk. Stir gently to combine. Add milk slowly and taste as you go to find your preferred sweetness and strength.
Product Facts
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Moomins Berry Basket Matcha Blend: Moomins Berry Basket Matcha Blend is a Japanese ceremonial grade matcha bursting with bountiful berries from the Moominvalley harvest. The sweet, jammy berry pieces mean you can skip added sugar and still get a dessert-like drink, but you'll want to whisk well to keep the fruit suspended.
Moomins Berry Basket Matcha Blend
