Drinking coffee makes you feel sharp, but a little while later you feel jittery, or by evening you're hit with exhaustion. Have you ever had that experience?
The True Nature of Coffee's "Jolt"
Coffee's sense of alertness comes mainly from caffeine. While it kicks in quickly, some people may feel a rising heart rate or a restlessness. This is thought to be because caffeine tends to act strongly on its own.
Matcha Has Theanine
Matcha contains caffeine too, but a defining feature is that it is also rich in an amino acid called "theanine." Theanine is the source of green tea's umami and sweetness, and is a component often spoken of in connection with a gentle impression.
Because caffeine and theanine are both present, matcha is said to bring a sensation different from coffee — "sharp, yet calm." Of course, how one feels varies from person to person.
The Feeling of "Easing" Into Balance
Rather than being pushed up all at once, the switch flips quietly. When you want to focus but not feel rushed — a Matcha Latte draws comfortably near in such moments.
Choosing to Use Them by Turns
There's no need to quit coffee. Coffee for your morning cup, a Matcha Latte for the hours you want to focus and engage — switching between them like that. Choosing your drink is also a way of choosing your own condition.
A cup that eases smoothly into the moments you want to shift gears.
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