Yes, matcha does contain caffeine. Here are some key points about the caffeine content in matcha:
- Matcha is made from finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves.
- Since you ingest the entire tea leaf when drinking matcha, it tends to have higher caffeine levels compared to steeped green tea.
- The caffeine content can vary, but typically 1 teaspoon (2 grams) of matcha powder contains approximately 35-70mg of caffeine.
- For comparison, an 8 oz cup of brewed green tea contains about 28-38mg caffeine, while an 8 oz cup of brewed black tea has 47-90mg caffeine.
- Matcha has slightly less caffeine than an 8 oz cup of brewed coffee, which averages about 95mg of caffeine.
- The caffeine is released gradually from the entire leaf powder, so matcha provides an alert calmness rather than a jittery spike.
- Factors like farming methods, tea cultivar, and preparation can affect the final caffeine levels in matcha powder.
Here some benefits of Matcha
- It’s high in antioxidants.
- It protects against some cancers.
- It’s calming.
- It can help improve your focus and concentration.
- It can help improve your heart.
- It can help you lose weight.
- It can help you improve your physical performance.
- Easy to prepare
- Yes it contains caffeine but you can get decaf
So while exact amounts differ based on various factors, matcha definitely provides a moderate to high dose of caffeine compared to other teas. Its concentrated caffeine makes it popular for energy boosting and increased focus.
