Teahouses and other businesses in the U.S. are bracing for a shortage of matcha, the bright green powder imported from Japan and used to make drinks and food. Demand for matcha drinks and snacks ...

Caffeine Both green tea and matcha contain caffeine, but in varying amounts. Green tea naturally has a moderate amount of caffeine—approximately 30–40 mg per cup (240 ml). Matcha, due to its ...

The global love affair with matcha is driving up demand and prices as Japan struggles to produce enough of the green tea powder. Global demand for matcha is skyrocketing, but Japan’s limited ...

Matcha's caffeine content can depend on its age and quality — it may have up to 130 mg per serving. Matcha also contains antioxidants and other compounds that can lower inflammation and cancer risk.