So, this week I missed posting my usual Matcha Monday post, but I feel like I totally made up for it with today’s tea review! I have the extreme pleasure of reviewing a new product from Be Tea Co called Coconut Matcha Latte and it’s amazing!
I have been in communication with this company before they officially launched the business or their first product. They reached out to me via Instagram and asked if I’d be willing to do a review and when I said, “yes” they proceeded to send me their 4.23oz bag of their matcha latte powder.
The owner of this company is super passionate and provided me with lots of details about the product. So, let’s dive right in to the company, product details, flavor profile and preparation.
Who is Be Tea Co?
Be Tea Co was founded in 2022. They weren’t pleased with all the latte mixes on the market due to high amounts of sugar they contain. Thus, propelling them forward to create a matcha that was easy to make and did not contain unwanted added ingredients like sugars, other sweeteners, etc. Their end goal was to create a matcha latte powder that would be a game changer! They used high-quality matcha from the Kagoshima and Shizuoka regions of Japan along with organic coconut milk powder and coconut water concentrate to achieve a great taste without all the added junk that is not ideal for the body. From the packaging to tea itself, Be Tea Co. wanted a product that was sustainable. This product is good for the planet, the body and the mind!
Product Details
As mentioned before, this matcha comes for the Kagoshima and Shizuoka regions of Japan and also contains organic coconut milk powder and coconut water concentrate. Immediately after opening the bag, the perfume of coconut and green tea powder gently awakens your senses. The tea is very high-quality, a vibrant and verdant green in hue and it’s super easy to make. The packaging itself is made from post consumer recycled bags which is sustainable and good for the planet. Also, the packaging was beautifully designed using a tone on tone green color scheme, the product name is very to read on the front of the back and the bag itself has a nice feel to it. The back of the bag is super helpful and well planned out. On the back of the bag, you will find a brief description of the product, nutritional panel, ingredient list, directions mapping out two different ways to make the tea and various other company info. I personally cannot wait to explore more with this matcha. Lattes…yes…mixes matcha drinks….yes…the possibilities are endless and this match latte powder is so versatile.
Flavor Profile = Yum!
Yum! I loved this tea so much I had three cups of it today myself. Needless to say, I am super jazzed and energized today! The tea upon first glance and smell is coconut forward and very green in hue. Once the tea is brewed up, the coconut flavor melds with the flavors of the high-grade matcha which creates an enjoyable experience for any matcha lover. When I first tried it myself, I definitely tasted coconut but the matcha flavors were present as well, so no one flavor notes overtook or overwhelmed another. Subtly vegetal, grassy, herbaceous, and gently sweet, these flavor notes compliment the coconut flavor so nicely. The coconut milk and water powders really add a nice mouthfeel and texture to the matcha which creates a smooth drinking experience.
How do you Prepare this Matcha?
This product changes the game on matcha making. For traditional matcha powders, you typically use a whisk, matcha bowl, and powder and there’s numerous steps included to get to the end result. This Coconut Matcha Latte from Be Tea Co makes it easy to make matcha and if you are on the go and need a matcha fix I suggest you keep listening. You have two choices when deciding and preparing to make this matcha.
Option 1: Using 1 tablespoon of matcha latte powder per 6 ounces of water hearted to 170F and either mixing with a spoon or an electric whisk.
Option 1: Using 2 tablespoons of matcha latte powder per 10 ounces of water hearted to 170F and either mixing with a spoon or an electric whisk.
Honestly, the easiest way to make matcha. You probably could even using a shaker bottle with the metal ball inside to break up the powder too. What I noticed is once you add water to the powder everything blends together nicely and there are no risk of clumping or grit. End result a smooth cup of great tasting matcha.
Final Thoughts!
I throughly enjoy this matcha latte powder and I love the level of thoughtfulness that took place while researching and developing this product. I would highly recommend this to anyone newer to matcha or the experienced matcha drinker. Great for people on the go too!
If you are interested in trying this product Be Tea Co has provided me with a coupon code for 20% off: chameleon20. Use the coupon code at checkout for 20% off. This offer end January 2023. Enjoy!!!