ever wondered where your favorite green drink comes from?
....well buckle up, because we're taking a trip down memory lane, all the way back to the tang dynasty in china.
yep, you heard that right - matcha has been around since the 7th to 10th centuries! 🌿⏳
back then, tea was a big deal. it wasn't just a drink, it was a whole vibe. and matcha? well, it was the star of the show. but it wasn't until the 1100s that a zen buddhist monk said "hey, let's take this party to japan!" and brought tea seeds with him. and just like that, matcha made its grand entrance into japan! 🇯🇵🍵
from there, things really took off. between the 1300s and 1500s, japanese tea culture blossomed (get it? 'cause tea comes from leaves? 😆), and the traditional japanese tea ceremony became the thing. and guess what was at the center of it all? you guessed it - our beloved matcha. 💚🎉
over the centuries, matcha has evolved and changed, but it's always stayed true to its roots. it's still that same vibrant green, finely ground powder we know and love today. and whether we're sipping it in a latte or enjoying it straight up, we're part of a rich tradition that spans centuries and continents. 🌎💕
so next time you take a sip of your favorite matcha drink, take a moment to appreciate the journey it's been on. from the tang dynasty to your tastebuds, it's quite a story. and the best part? you're a part of it. cheers to you, matcha lovers! 🍵🎉
