Matcha is made from ground-up green tea leaves. Coffee comes from roasted coffee beans. They are not related. They don’t even sit at the same lunch table. It’s like comparing a grape to a blueberry—both fruit, but totally different vibes.
So when you order a matcha latte, you’re getting a tea-based drink. No espresso shots. No drip coffee. Just pure, powdered green goodness. It’s safe for your coffee-free friends.
But here’s the twist: even though it’s not coffee, it does have caffeine. Matcha contains about 30-50 mg of caffeine per serving. That’s less than a cup of coffee (which is around 95 mg). So it’ll wake you up—just more gently.
Delicious Coffee Matcha Recipe: The Perfect Cup of Goodness – Visp
The “But It’s Green” Factor
Let’s be honest: the color throws people off. Green liquid usually means “avoid me” in nature. But this green is your friend. It’s antioxidant-rich and full of L-theanine, an amino acid that chills you out. You get alert and relaxed. Try doing that with coffee.
Some people even say matcha gives them a “cleaner” buzz. No jitters. No crash. Just smooth sailing. Sounds like a dream, right? It kind of is.
But don’t get too smug. If you order a “matcha latte” at a coffee shop, tell the barista you want it without espresso. Some places, especially small hipster joints, might toss a shot in there. Trust me, I learned the hard way. I took one sip and thought, “Why does my green tea taste like dirt and ambition?”
How Do I Make a Matcha Latte at Home? - Honest Coffee Reviews
