Turning the bowl: a blog

L-theanine: Matcha’s charming secret

L-theanine: Matcha’s charming secret

What exactly is L-theanine, how does it promote well-being, and how much of it is in a cup of tasty matcha? 

L-theanine: Matcha’s charming secret

What exactly is L-theanine, how does it promote well-being, and how much of it is in a cup of tasty matcha? 

The hallmarks of quality matcha powder

The hallmarks of quality matcha powder

 Here are three guiding qualities of perfect matcha.

The hallmarks of quality matcha powder

 Here are three guiding qualities of perfect matcha.

Single origin matcha

Single origin matcha

Defining single origin matcha, understanding why it’s special, and appreciating blended matcha, too.

Single origin matcha

Defining single origin matcha, understanding why it’s special, and appreciating blended matcha, too.

How to prepare the best matcha latte

How to prepare the best matcha latte

The secret to a perfect latte is perfect matcha. Here’s how we like to prepare ours.

How to prepare the best matcha latte

The secret to a perfect latte is perfect matcha. Here’s how we like to prepare ours.

A guide to ceremonial grade matcha

A guide to ceremonial grade matcha

Learn the difference between the unstandardized “ceremonial grade” label and authentic, ceremonial-worthy qualities.

A guide to ceremonial grade matcha

Learn the difference between the unstandardized “ceremonial grade” label and authentic, ceremonial-worthy qualities.

Picking ichibancha

Picking ichibancha

Learn from the Cuzen team members that handpicked first harvest with our Kirishima farming partners.

Picking ichibancha

Learn from the Cuzen team members that handpicked first harvest with our Kirishima farming partners.

Meet Naoto, our mechanical engineer

Meet Naoto, our mechanical engineer

With tea farming roots and an unflappable commitment to UX, Naoto was the best man for the job.

Meet Naoto, our mechanical engineer

With tea farming roots and an unflappable commitment to UX, Naoto was the best man for the job.

Cuzen Matcha is Whole30 approved

Cuzen Matcha is Whole30 approved

Because we offer only 100% organic, whole leaves, Cuzen Matcha is now a Whole30-approved partner.

Cuzen Matcha is Whole30 approved

Because we offer only 100% organic, whole leaves, Cuzen Matcha is now a Whole30-approved partner.

Talking with Japanese calligrapher, Aoi Yamaguchi

Talking with Japanese calligrapher, Aoi Yamaguchi

Both innovator and master, the collaborating artist on our Sumi Black launch brings depth to design.

Talking with Japanese calligrapher, Aoi Yamaguchi

Both innovator and master, the collaborating artist on our Sumi Black launch brings depth to design.

A woman sits with a computer, a shot glass of bright green matcha and a plate of healthy snacks.

How much caffeine does matcha contain?

An expecting mother compares caffeinated beverages and offers international caffeine guidelines for women pregnant or breastfeeding.

How much caffeine does matcha contain?

An expecting mother compares caffeinated beverages and offers international caffeine guidelines for women pregnant or breastfeeding.