Matcha to Water Ratio Calculator

How it works

Usucha ≈ 2 g : 70 ml · Koicha ≈ 4 g : 40 ml · Latte ≈ 2 g : 60 ml water + 180 ml milk · (~2 g matcha per tsp)

Matcha is powdered green tea whisked directly into water rather than steeped, so the ratio of powder to water defines the drink. Usucha ("thin tea") uses roughly 2 g of matcha to about 70 ml of hot water for a light, frothy everyday cup. Koicha ("thick tea") doubles the powder into far less water for a syrupy, intense ceremonial preparation and needs top-grade matcha. A latte starts like usucha but with a little less water, then extends into steamed milk. Use water around 70–80°C, not boiling, and whisk briskly in a "W" motion to raise a fine foam without scorching the tea.

Worked example

For 2 servings of usucha: matcha = 2 × 2 g = 4 g (about 2 tsp) and water = 2 × 70 = 140 ml. Sift the powder, add the 70–80°C water and whisk each cup until frothy.

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