{"id":56212,"date":"2026-01-29T14:14:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T12:14:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/matcha-file-from-tea-leaf-to-bowl\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T23:01:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T21:01:28","slug":"matcha-file-from-tea-leaf-to-bowl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/matcha-file-from-tea-leaf-to-bowl\/","title":{"rendered":"Matcha Feature: From Tea Leaf to Bowl"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>At first glance, matcha seems simple. Green powder, hot water, a quick whisk, and it\u2019s ready. But anyone who really gets to know matcha soon discovers that it\u2019s one of the most precise forms of tea in existence. Not because it has to be complicated, but because you\u2019re drinking the whole leaf. Everything that happens during cultivation, processing, storage, and preparation comes through directly in the bowl.    <\/b><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha is therefore not just a method of preparation, but the culmination of a long chain of choices\u2014from shade cultivation to cultivar, from steaming to de-stemming, from grinding to water and temperature. On this page, you\u2019ll find an overview. From here, you can explore each aspect in greater depth, step by step.   <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This dossier serves as the starting point for a series of articles based on the work and practical experience of <\/span><b>Richard Schukkink<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, founder of the <a href=\"https:\/\/itcacademy.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International Tea and Coffee Academy<\/a>. This <\/span>page is intended as an overview and starting point: here you can read the main points and then choose for yourself which topics you\u2019d like to explore in greater depth through the individual articles. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No hype, no shortcuts\u2014just explanations that help you truly understand matcha. In the coming weeks, this page will be updated until all chapters are available online, creating a complete and coherent picture\u2014from tea leaf to cup.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\"><b>Table of Contents: Matcha Special<\/b> <\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the coming weeks, the chapters will gradually be linked to the in-depth articles.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/matcha-file-what-is-real-matcha-and-what-is-not\/\">What Is Real Matcha (and What Isn&#8217;t)<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/the-history-of-matcha-and-japanese-tea-culture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The History of Matcha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/terroir-in-matcha-why-provenance-affects-everything\/\">Terroir in Matcha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/matcha-dossier-shade-cultivation-in-matcha\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shade Cultivation for Matcha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/cultivars-and-genetics-why-not-every-tea-plant-can-be-turned-into-matcha\/\">Cultivars and Genetics<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From leaf to tencha<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/how-matcha-is-ground-stone-mills-heat-and-texture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Matcha Is Ground<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/making-matcha-water-temperature-and-proportions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Making Matcha<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/making-matcha-water-temperature-and-proportions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usucha and koicha<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foam and Style<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha Tasting<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha and Food Pairing<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha in lattes, iced drinks, and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha on the Market<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainability and Food Safety in Matcha<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-wat-is-matcha-eigenlijk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What exactly is matcha?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real matcha isn&#8217;t just any green tea in powder form. Matcha is made from tencha, leaves that are specially grown and processed to be later ground into a fine powder that is pleasant to drink, foams beautifully, and can deliver a deep umami flavor without any harshness. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In practice, terms such as matcha, green tea powder, and ceremonial grade are often used interchangeably. This leads to confusion. The difference lies not in marketing terms, but in leaf quality, shade cultivation, processing, and the purpose for which the matcha is made.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this in-depth article, you&#8217;ll learn exactly what sets real matcha apart from other green tea powders, and why you can&#8217;t make up for poor quality once it&#8217;s in the bowl.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-schaduwteelt-de-basis-van-matcha\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Shade-grown tea: the foundation of matcha<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without shade, there would be no matcha as we know it. Shielding tea bushes from direct sunlight for weeks alters the chemistry of the leaves. The plant produces relatively more amino acids and fewer catechins, which results in umami, smoothness, and a deeper green color.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various forms of shade cultivation, such as kabuse and tana, each with its own effect on flavor, color, and texture. Shade isn\u2019t a simple on-off switch. Too much shade or shade that lasts too long can cause stress and actually lead to a loss of quality.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the separate article on shade cultivation, you can read about how this balance works and why shade cultivation is always linked to the cultivar, soil, and harvest time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-terroir-en-herkomst\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Terroir and Origin<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because you drink the entire leaf, matcha is extremely sensitive to terroir. Climate, soil, topography, and cultivation practices have a direct impact on its color, aroma, and mouthfeel. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan has several matcha-producing regions, such as Uji, Nishio, and Kagoshima, each with its own style and history. However, origin is no guarantee of flavor. The same cultivar can yield a completely different flavor profile in a different region.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who wants to understand matcha must therefore look beyond just the name of the region.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-cultivars-niet-elke-theeplant-is-geschikt\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Cultivars: Not every tea plant is suitable<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to matcha, the cultivar isn\u2019t just a minor detail\u2014it\u2019s a key factor. The plant\u2019s genetic characteristics determine how well it responds to shade, how the leaves grow, how prominent the veins and stems are, and how the powder behaves later in the bowl. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some cultivars are selected for their umami and smoothness, while others are chosen for their yield or heat resistance. Modern matcha production often uses cultivars different from those found in the traditional regions, though this is not necessarily a bad thing. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the in-depth article on cultivars, you\u2019ll learn why the term \u201ccultivar\u201d must always be considered in conjunction with terroir and cultivation practices.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-van-blad-tot-tencha-verwerking-voor-het-malen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>From Leaf to Tencha: Processing Before Grinding<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before matcha can be ground, the leaves must first be processed into tencha. This process differs fundamentally from sencha production. The leaves are steamed to stop oxidation, then dried without rolling, and finally stripped of their stems and veins.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is precisely during this phase that the foundation is laid for mouthfeel, foam characteristics, and smoothness. Poor de-hulling or improper drying can later result in a gritty texture, harsh bitterness, or a dull color. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the article on tencha processing, we&#8217;ll walk you through this process step by step.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-1024x636.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-1024x636.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-1536x955.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-2048x1273.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-12-600x373.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-matcha-malen-meer-dan-fijn-maken\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Grinding Matcha: More Than Just Making It Fine<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grinding is one of the most underrated steps in matcha preparation. It determines not only how fine the powder is, but also particle shape, heat buildup, oxidation, and ultimately how matcha behaves in water. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional granite stone mills turn slowly to minimize heat. Modern techniques may be more efficient, but they require strict control. Too much heat or oxygen can quickly lead to a loss of color and a decline in aroma.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the in-depth article on grinding, you can read why temperature control is crucial here.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-matcha-zetten-techniek-geen-trucje\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Making Matcha: A Technique, Not a Trick<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making matcha seems simple, but it requires precision. Water quality, temperature, dosage, and technique all work together to determine the balance of umami, bitterness, and mouthfeel. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different ratios and techniques apply to usucha and koicha. Not every matcha is suitable for every style. Water that is too hard, too soft, or too hot can still throw even a good matcha off balance.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the article on brewing matcha, you&#8217;ll learn how to achieve consistently good results by following a few basic guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-1024x636.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-1024x636.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-1536x955.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-2048x1273.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-the-hub-11-600x373.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-stijl-schuim-en-scholen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Style, Foam, and Schools<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various schools within the Japanese tea ceremony, each with its own approach to foam, movement, and presentation. More foam is not necessarily better. Foam affects texture, aroma, and how bitterness is perceived.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These stylistic differences are not mere folklore, but functional choices that shape the flavor profile and help determine whether a matcha is best enjoyed as usucha, koicha, or in modern applications.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-proeven-pairing-en-toepassingen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Tasting, Pairing, and Uses<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You taste matcha with your eyes before you drink it. The color, sheen, and foam texture already reveal a lot. On the palate, it\u2019s all about umami, bitterness, astringency, and body.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These characteristics also determine how matcha interacts with food. Sweet, fatty, and umami flavors can either soften or, conversely, enhance its sharp edges. What tastes perfect in a bowl may get lost in milk, and what holds up well in desserts may be too harsh when consumed on its own.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That is why matcha always requires context and a specific use.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-matcha-in-de-moderne-markt\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Matcha in the Modern Market<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to its global popularity, matcha has become available on the market in many forms. Grades, prices, and claims vary widely and are by no means always clear. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">True quality isn&#8217;t found in the label, but in transparency regarding origin, processing, freshness, and use. Sustainability and food safety are also playing an increasingly important role, precisely because matcha is consumed in its entirety. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who uses or sells matcha professionally would be wise to set clear expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"h-verder-lezen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Read more<\/b><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the coming weeks, the chapters will gradually be linked to the in-depth articles.  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/matcha-file-what-is-real-matcha-and-what-is-not\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is real matcha (and what isn&#8217;t)<\/span>?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/the-history-of-matcha-and-japanese-tea-culture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The History of Matcha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/terroir-in-matcha-why-provenance-affects-everything\/\">Terroir in Matcha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/matcha-dossier-shade-cultivation-in-matcha\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shade Cultivation for Matcha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/cultivars-and-genetics-why-not-every-tea-plant-can-be-turned-into-matcha\/\">Cultivars and Genetics<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From leaf to tencha<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/how-matcha-is-ground-stone-mills-heat-and-texture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Matcha Is Ground<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/making-matcha-water-temperature-and-proportions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Making Matcha<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/blog\/making-matcha-water-temperature-and-proportions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usucha and koicha<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foam and Style<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha Tasting<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha and Food Pairing<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha in lattes, iced drinks, and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha on the Market<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainability and Food Safety in Matcha<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"56678\" class=\"elementor elementor-56678 elementor-54198\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-723d850f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"723d850f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71b3996a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"71b3996a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d05a2d4 animated-slow elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7d05a2d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;slideInUp&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">ITC Academy<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c67b6bf animated-slow elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5c67b6bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;slideInUp&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">TRAINING MATCHA PRO<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74c8fe41 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"74c8fe41\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Matcha Pro is a three-day training in which you will learn to understand matcha from cultivation, processing and brewing methods. You will taste, analyze and compare matcha from Japan and develop the skill to recognize and apply quality. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50022b30 elementor-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"50022b30\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm elementor-animation-grow\" href=\"https:\/\/itcacademy.nl\/training-matcha-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">MORE INFO<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1310e418 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1310e418\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-768x768.png\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large wp-image-56679\" alt=\"Matcha Pro\" srcset=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Matcha-Pro-icon.png 2016w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From shade-grown tea to the cup, this feature explains what matcha is and how its quality is achieved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":56221,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4654,4714,4801,4712,4763,4713],"tags":[4716,4723,4718,4726,4715,4717,4725,4724,4721,4720,4722,4719],"class_list":["post-56212","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-inspiration","category-matcha","category-thee-2","category-thee","category-tutorials","tag-green-tea","tag-japanese-tea","tag-matcha","tag-shade-cultivation","tag-specialty-tea","tag-tea-culture","tag-tea-file","tag-tea-knowledge","tag-tea-making","tag-tea-processing","tag-tencha","tag-umami"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56212","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56212"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56212\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/56221"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56212"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56212"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56212"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}