Customer Reviews

The Republic of Tea, Double Green Matcha, 50-Count

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

The previous reviewer did not read the description, nor pay attention to the picture on the tin.

The tin clearly shows both green tea leaves, and matcha powder. The product description also clearly states that this product is "organic green tea powder known as matcha with fine, organic green leaf tea". In other words, the tea bag contains green tea leaves, along with a bit of matcha powder.

It is an excellent tea if you are the casual tea drinker, or someone looking for a healthy, tasty and organic green tea (with a bit of added benefit of the matcha powder). If you are a true matcha drinker, then this is not the product for you.

I find this to be an excellent organic green tea.

When I saw this at the store, I thought, "Wow! How did they capture the flavor of matcha in a tea bag?" The short answer is: they didn't.

This is an acceptable (not great) plain green tea. The flavor is a bit stale, but I recognize that we're talking about pre-bagged leaves. It's certainly nothing to write home about. It also brews up weak for a green tea (and I'm familiar with how green tea should brew - I'm not comparing it to a black tea).

My major issue with this tea is the same issue that the first reviewer had. It is misleading to label this as "matcha tea powder with green tea leaves", because that statement implies that it will taste like matcha mixed with green tea. The actual tea does not deliver on this promise. There is no matcha flavor whatsoever to this tea when brewed. It tastes like a straight green tea (and as I mentioned previously, not even a very good green tea). Where's the matcha???

The reality is that it was silly of me to get sucked in by their marketing, because there's simply no way that the matcha experience can be recreated in a teabag. Here's why, for those of you who are interested:

Matcha tea is prepared in a completely different manner than green tea brewed from leaves. If you're reading this review, you already know that making green tea from leaves involves pouring hot water over the dried leaves/teabag, allowing it to steep, then removing the leaves/teabag. In comparison, matcha tea is made by placing a scoopful of matcha powder in a bowl, adding hot water, and then whisking with a bamboo tea whisk until the powder is completely dissolved into the water. How can that be recreated in a teabag? It can't be. In these teabags, there's only an extremely minor amount of matcha powder, not even enough to even be noticeable in flavor. Plus, you're not whisking it to create the distinctive matcha consistency. These are just teabags that have been lightly dusted with matcha powder to create a puff of green powder when you open the tin, so you think you're getting your "matcha money's worth" for buying this flavor instead of regular green tea.

Sorry, Republic of Tea. I usually enjoy your teas, but this one fell far short. I won't be buying it again.

I bought this tea yesterday, splurging $13.49 at Central Market. Maybe my expectations were too high, but this was a big let down. It's not strong or flavorful enough. When I order green matcha tea at the bookstore it is delicious, strong and flavorful.(not sugared up) Wouldn't recommend it. You can buy green tea at Costco that is just as good for a fraction of the price.

I've been searching for a decent green tea for ages and I've never had one 'hit' me like this! I LOVE THIS TEA!! It's smooth, it's gentle, it's not in-your-face. There is a good deal of matcha here, as well. Perfect green tea blend for me, thanks Republic!!

This green tea is very good. Goes down smooth and great aroma. If you haven't tried it you must. Matcha is usually expensive but the price is reasonable on amazon.

Tea taste great. But did not notice much matcha. Seemed to be mostly tea leaves. Packaging is misleading. Makes you think it is mostly matcha. It is not. But still a good tea.

Update: I originally thought there was not much Matcha in this tea. Judging from the residue in my tea cup, I think I was mistaken. There appears to be quite a bit of Matcha in these tea bags. Just goes to show you can't judge a tea from it's bag. I will repurchase and recommend to friends. Upgrading from 4 to 5 stars.

I received excellent service and the product arrived in a very timely fashion. These items were a Christmas present for our
son so it was important to receive them on time. Everything went very well and he really enjoyed receiving the tea.

I am a big tea drinker. I've tried all kinds of tea, fruited, green, cinnamon, and this is one of the best I've tried, whether I make it hot or cold, with or without honey. I love the wisp of powder that escapes from the can when I pop off the lid, and the fragrance, the color, and finally the robust flavor of green tea. Definitely deserves a place on my tea shelf.

In Japan, you're offered green tea with most meals, often free of charge. It's been years since I visited, but there are many flavors that I've simply not been able to replicate since I've been there. This green tea comes closest to that memory. It's a smooth tea, without a lot of harshness or bitterness found in other brands of green tea I've tried here in the States.

If Matcha experts are saying it doesn't come close, then they're probably right. I'm just saying this is a smooth tea, and a nice delicate flavor. I'm not a big tea drinker, and I'm pretty cautious about buying a box since I know I'll probably not finish it. I often find a cup of tea difficult to get through because of the bitter or tart flavor. Then if I drown it in sweeteners, it just tastes worse, and I feel worse for drinking it. I feel confident that I'll finish this entire can easily, helping me stay on teas instead of less healthy drinks.

This tea is just plain green chinese tea, and not good green tea at that. Disappointed and will take it back to whole foods to get my money as paying $14 for
tea that you can get for $5 is not a great idea. The matcha powder is not even present - just the dust! what a let down... republic of tea is getting worse in quality. Rishi or Numi tea is much better.