The Tea Journal

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The Tea Journal

Welcome to our Tea Journal where we share our inspiration and regularly publish editorial with guides to tea and its origins, as well as tea pairings and recipes.

Guides

Guide

A Guide to Green Tea - Discover Benefits, Types, and How It’s Made

Explore the world of green tea from what it is to making the most flavourful brew and really understanding what's behind each cup.

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Ultimate Guide to Matcha

Everything you need to know about matcha: how it's made, what it tastes like, where it comes from, and how to choose the right one.

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Great Tasting Green Tea – How To

What affects the taste of green tea? We explore how quality, time, and water all contribute to the final flavour in this short guide.

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Origin

Returning to Uji, Kyoto, Japan — Spring 2026

We returned to Uji in spring 2026 to visit the sixth-generation family behind our hand-plucked Platinum Collection Matcha.

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Platinum Teas

Returning to Honyama, Shizuoka, Japan — Spring 2026

We revisit Mori San’s small-scale Sencha production and the remarkable clarity, and precision that continue to define his teas

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On Top of Honeybee Mountain…

Come with us on a journey to find our Da Xue Shan Wild Tree Black Tea - a rare, wild Chinese tea from the mountains of Yunnan.

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Hospitality

News

The Advance of Tea #1

A look back at the milestones that shaped AVANTCHA in 2025, from global expansion to product innovation. Each step reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing tea as a modern, evolving lifestyle.

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Trends

What Defines a High-Quality Hojicha

As hojicha begins to appear on the menus of serious cafés and pastry kitchens, a familiar question is emerging. How should a good hojicha powder actually taste?

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The Truth About Falsely Marketed Matcha

Here’s what every buyer should know about how Matcha is often falsely marketed and what truly sets ceremonial-grade Matcha apart.

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Recipes

Matcha Yuzu

Yuzu gives this Matcha Soda its bright, refreshing edge, cutting through the richness of the tea and keeping the drink light.

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Tropical Green Lychee Slushy

Cool, fruity and wonderfully refreshing, this Tropical Green Lychee Slushy transforms tea into the perfect frozen summer drink.

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Chamomile Honey Lemonade Fizz

A refreshing twist on a classic lemonade, this Chamomile Honey Lemonade Fizz combines the delicate floral character of Organic Chamomile Blossoms with bright lemon, smooth honey and a sparkling finish.

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Matcha Yuzu

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