There’s no doubt that Matcha is the new IT-girl beverage taking socials (and our office) by storm. A great alternative to coffee, matcha is packed full of amazing health benefits, plus, it’s delicious!
The Benefits of Matcha
Matcha is not just a trendy fad – it’s packed with a range of health benefits that make it the perfect alternative to coffee.
Gentle sustained energy release
While coffee is a beloved morning ritual for many, it can have harsh effects on the body. Coffee has a high caffeine content which causes our cortisol, adrenaline and insulin hormones to spike. Although at first, this gives us a sense of energy, this is often short-lived and followed by an energy crash a few hours later and as such, is called a ‘fake energy’ source. Matcha on the other hand contains significantly less caffeine and is a lot more gentle on the body. It doesn’t come with the spike and crash rollercoaster.
Antioxidant-rich
Similar to other green powders, matcha is full of antioxidants including catechins, flavonoids and polyphenols. These have multiple health benefits including boosting metabolism, promoting weight loss, anti-ageing, promoting skin health and anti-inflammatory, the list is endless!
Promotes relaxation
Matcha also promotes relaxation thanks to the amino acid L-theanine found in it. L-theanine is known to have calming effects on the brain by increasing the production of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), serotonin and dopamine. This can help reduce stress, improve mood and promote relaxation without causing drowsiness.
A Trending Craze
With its eye-catching green colour and amazing health benefits, matcha has become a favourite amongst wellness enthusiasts and social media influencers.
@Bryonydeery
Of course, this wellness edit wouldn’t be complete without including the pilates queen, Bryony Derry. While growing her mat pilates community online, she promotes how an anti-inflammatory diet, helps to heal those suffering from arthritis and chronic inflammation. Part of this diet included ditching the coffee and opting for the immune-boosting morning matcha. Last year she launched her matcha brand, Cloudcha, after partnering with Rochelle Humes.
@SanneVloet
Dutch Victoria’s Secrets model, SanneVloet, launched her YouTube sharing her experiences in the modeling industry, wellness, beauty tips, health routines and more. Now with 1.75M Youtube followers, she has launched her own ceremonial grade matcha brand, Nekohama, which is honed as one of the best on the market for its flavour and premium quality.
@IirisLaw
Iris Law, a British model, fashion muse and quirky girl, frequently posts on her TikTok how she’s mad about matcha, Japanese delicacies and pottery.
@SanneVloet
Dutch Victoria’s Secrets model, SanneVloet, launched her YouTube sharing her experiences in the modeling industry, wellness, beauty tips, health routines and more. Now with 1.75M Youtube followers, she has launched her own ceremonial grade matcha brand, Nekohama, which is honed as one of the best on the market for its flavour and premium quality.
Where to try Matcha in London this Summer?
When it comes to indulging in the best matcha delights in London, a few places stand out. Of course, our orders are all on ice this summer!
Blank Street: Our Order: Blueberry Iced Matcha
Grind: Our Order: White Chocolate Matcha Frappe
Café Kitsuné: Our order: Blossom Iced Matcha Latte
Discover how we can help you stay up to date on all of the latest trends here.
