Young Leaves

1.    Boil your kettle and pour a few cups of water into a pot. Wait till it cools to less than 80° C (176°F).

2.    Place the following items on a table neatly: pot of hot water, maccha, maccha cup, small spoon, whisk, small tea towel, and a receptacle for discarded water.

You may also want to have steamed milk and sweets on hand.

3. Pour a little hot water in the cup and swish it around to warm the cup. Discard the water. 

4. Wipe the cup dry with the tea towel.

5. Spoon about 5 mg (less than ¼ teaspoon) of maccha into the cup, pour in about 180 ml (7 oz.) of water, and whip with the whipper till frothy. You may add steamed milk.

6. Before drinking the tea, view the cup by turning it around in your hands. 

7.     Lift the bowl with both hands to drink the tea. 

8. Once you finish your tea, view the cup again.  

9. Wipe the cup with a tea towel.

Mindful relaxation is the aim of the tea ceremony.

If you change your mind or are not happy with your purchase, please contact us within 14 days of receiving your order to arrange a return or exchange.

We will credit the full amount of the item less a 5% admin fee and any COD charges (ex. brokerage fees for an international return) as long as it is returned in the same condition as shipped. The customer is responsible for all shipping costs.

All items will be shipped via a courier. The shipping cost is calculated from your destination address. The parcel is shipped from Ottawa, Canada. Local pick-up available.