PerfectTed

PerfectTed was created in 2021 when co-founder Marisa Poster searched for a more pleasurable way to include caffeine in her day. After searching for more enjoyable caffeine sources, she soon discovered matcha, a powdered green tea trusted for centuries in Japan by monks to help with focus during meditation.

Upon moving to the UK, Marisa found that quality matcha wasn’t readily available in stores, leading her to start PerfectTed with her now husband, Levi and best friend turned Brother-In-Law, Teddie. Their mission was simple – make matcha as exciting and accessible by creating flavours and formats for everyone to enjoy.

Now available in leading cafés and restaurants across the globe, PerfectTed has become known for their delicious, reliable matcha, made from the highest quality ceremonial-grade leaves. Traditional processes are used to get this quality such as growing the plants in shaded areas as well as hand-picking and air-drying the leaves to create high-grade, authentic matcha. Recognised by its bright, vibrant green colour, matcha is high in antioxidants and provides a gentle caffeine boost, perfect for enjoying in creamy lattes, refreshing teas or lemonades.

Best served:

For a smooth, vibrant serve that highlights the full flavour and texture of high-quality matcha, follow the recipe below from the PerfectTed team.

2g of PerfectTed matcha

40ml water at Max. 70°C (or warm water if you don’t have temperature control)

Bamboo whisk (Chasen) or Electric whisk Matcha bowl (Chawan) or wide mug

Sieve, ideally

METHOD

Sift the 2g of matcha into your bowl to remove any clumps

Add half the water and whisk to create a smooth paste, this helps prevent clumps

Add the remaining water and whisk firmly in a zig-zag or W motion using your wrist until the surface is smooth and lightly frothy

Pour over water-based drinks for tea, or over a milk-based drink for a latte if iced.

If hot, put the matcha in first then pour your warm milk/water (65°C – to avoid burning the matcha) over the top