{"title":"Matcha Sets for Beginners","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe best matcha set for beginners is a complete one\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ceramic bowl, a bamboo whisk, and ceremonial-grade powder together in one box, so your first cup is smooth on day one. The two mistakes every beginner makes are clumps and bitterness: a sifter fixes the first, and water at 175°F (never boiling) fixes the second. Most sets below include the sifter — the piece budget kits skip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew to matcha? Start with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/the-ultimate-guide-to-using-a-matcha-whisk-set-for-beginners\"\u003eguide to using a matcha whisk set\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-matcha-gift-sets-under-60\"\u003ebest matcha sets under $60\u003c\/a\u003e. Every kit ships free over $25 from California with a 30-day money-back guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"matcha-whisk-set","title":"Matcha Whisk Set — Bamboo Chasen + Ceramic Chawan Gift Set","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 20px;padding:16px 18px;background:#f5f7f1;border:1px solid #d8e0cf;border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#5a6555;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e🍵 Complete your set — new-customer offer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;color:#3a4537;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eYour whisk needs matcha. Get your first tin of our single-origin \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceremonial-matcha-powder?utm_source=pdp\u0026amp;utm_medium=cross-sell\u0026amp;utm_campaign=freshmatcha\" style=\"color:#1f5c45;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha (54g, ~27 cups)\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003e$29.89 — 39% off\u003c\/strong\u003e with code \u003cstrong\u003eFRESHMATCHA\u003c\/strong\u003e (one per customer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/48611797696727:1?discount=FRESHMATCHA\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#1f5c45;color:#fff;padding:10px 20px;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:14px;\"\u003eAdd the matcha — $29.89 →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the five minutes between waking up and the first email.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeven-piece kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — whisk, bowl, whisk holder, scoop, sifter, tea mat, and a how-to guide. Everything you need, nothing you don't.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-cut Madake bamboo chasen\u003c\/strong\u003e with ~100 prongs — the prong count traditional tea masters recommend for daily usucha.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHand-pinched ceramic chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for a single bowl (80–100ml water + 1.5g matcha).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSix-week in-house tested\u003c\/strong\u003e with a panel of three baristas, two home users, and one tea ceremony instructor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA bamboo whisk you'll keep for 8–12 months of daily use, paired with a bowl that earns its place on your counter. Designed and tested in California; ships from the United States in 2–3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eA matcha whisk set is the minimum kit needed to prepare matcha in the traditional Japanese way. It includes a bamboo whisk (chasen) for foaming the matcha, a wide ceramic bowl (chawan) for whisking, and usually a bamboo scoop (chashaku) for measuring. Strabella's 7-piece set includes the chasen, chawan, bamboo scoop (chashaku), whisk holder, sifter, and tea mat — everything you need to start.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box — 7 pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, hand-cut, ~100 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — hand-pinched, ~12 cm diameter, 350ml capacity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Whisk holder (chasen-naoshi) — keeps the prongs in shape between uses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo scoop (chashaku) — measures the perfect 1.5g serving\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Stainless sifter — removes clumps for a smooth, lump-free bowl\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Tea mat — protects your counter while you whisk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsage booklet + how-to-make-better-matcha guide — care, soak, and W-motion technique\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk prong count\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~100\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk height\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~10.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHand-pinched stoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl diameter\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl capacity\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e~350 ml\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUsucha (thin matcha), daily ritual\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eExpected whisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use; 18–24 months weekly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBamboo: Japan · Ceramic: handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eShips from\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Your Matcha Whisk Set\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSoak the whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in warm water for 5 minutes before first use to gently spread the prongs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSift\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g (~½ teaspoon) of matcha into the bowl to remove clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water (not boiling — boiling water makes matcha bitter).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhisk\u003c\/strong\u003e in an M or W motion for 15–20 seconds until a fine foam forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrink\u003c\/strong\u003e within 30 seconds for the brightest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Care for Your Bamboo Whisk\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRinse only\u003c\/strong\u003e with warm water after every use — never use soap or the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAir-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e on the included chasen-naoshi (whisk holder) to keep prong shape.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReplace\u003c\/strong\u003e when 3+ prongs break or splay outward without springing back, typically after 8–12 months of daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a matcha whisk to make matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor traditional matcha (usucha or koicha), yes — a bamboo chasen creates the fine foam and emulsion that defines authentic matcha. A regular kitchen whisk leaves clumps and produces a watery cup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a bamboo matcha whisk last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bamboo whisk lasts 8–12 months of daily use, or 18–24 months of weekly use. Replace it when prongs splay outward, stop springing back, or when 3+ prongs break.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a regular kitchen whisk for matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can, but the result is noticeably worse — clumpy texture, no foam, and a watery flavor. The thin prongs of a chasen create thousands of tiny air pockets that a metal whisk cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean a bamboo matcha whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse under warm running water immediately after use, gently swishing the prongs. Never use soap, hot water, or a dishwasher. Air-dry on a chasen-naoshi holder or upright in a clean spot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to soak a new bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5-minute warm-water soak before the first use gently spreads the prongs and prevents breakage during your first whisk. Skip this step and you'll likely lose 1–2 prongs in week one.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Strabella\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily-built since 2023, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects, run by Lisa in Newport Beach. We test every product through six weeks of in-house use before it ships. We're not the cheapest. We're not the loudest. We're the one you keep.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShips from the United States — typically 2–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFree US shipping on orders over $25\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e30-day return policy on all unused items\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUS customer support: hello@strabella.org\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px; padding-top: 24px; border-top: 1px solid #ebe6da;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 18px; color: #2f3a2b; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eFrom the Strabella journal\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap: 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/starbucks-matcha-vs-homemade\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eStarbucks matcha vs homemade — the math\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-clean-and-use-a-matcha-whisk-complete-care-guide\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eHow to use \u0026amp; clean a matcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/matcha-whisk-vs-electric-frother-which-creates-better-tea\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBamboo whisk vs electric frother\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-beginner-matcha-kit\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBest beginner matcha kit (2026)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/why-matcha-tastes-bitter\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eWhy your matcha tastes bitter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm a beginner — is this set for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes. The bamboo whisk plus the included sifter fix the two problems most beginners hit on day one: clumps and bitterness. Sift, water at 170°F, M-motion. That's the whole technique.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bamboo whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eRinse with warm water after each use. Dry tines-up in the holder (never lay flat). Never dishwasher. With daily use, the chasen lasts 6–12 months before the tines wear — then replace just the whisk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for iced matcha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes — the bamboo chasen works hot or cold. For iced, whisk first in 2 oz hot water, then pour over ice and cold milk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in a matcha whisk set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur set has seven pieces: a bamboo whisk (chasen), a ceramic bowl (chawan), a whisk holder, a bamboo scoop, a stainless sifter, a tea mat, and a how-to guide. Most matcha bowl set listings online stop at the whisk and bowl. We add the sifter because it is the piece that keeps a beginner's first cup from clumping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need both a matcha bowl and a whisk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor traditional matcha, yes. The bamboo whisk aerates the powder into a smooth cup, and the wide bowl gives the whisk room to move in a W-motion. A narrow mug crowds the whisk and leaves the matcha uneven, which is why a matched matcha bowl whisk pairing works better than improvising with what is in the cupboard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do you need to make matcha at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour things: a bamboo whisk, a wide ceramic bowl, a sifter to break up clumps, and a ceremonial-grade matcha powder. Warm water at about 175°F finishes it. This set covers the tools in one box, so the only thing you add is the powder and the water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/details\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca id=\"gift-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 2.5rem; padding-top: 1.5rem; border-top: 1px solid #eadfc8; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-style: italic; color: #7a8c74; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.65; text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for this as a gift? Featured in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-birthday-gift\" style=\"color: #2d3b22; border-bottom: 1px solid #A88E5C; text-decoration: none; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 1px;\"\u003eBirthday Gift Guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/matcha-gift-for-her\" style=\"color: #2d3b22; border-bottom: 1px solid #A88E5C; text-decoration: none; font-style: italic; padding-bottom: 1px;\"\u003eGifts for Her\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Strabella","offers":[{"title":"Pink","offer_id":47037132964055,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":47037132931287,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48288245055703,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":48288245088471,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/IMG_6026_1_84193eab-4666-4d58-aa58-4aad184c5739.jpg?v=1766907773"},{"product_id":"strabella-matcha-tea-set","title":"Strabella Matcha Tea Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe everyday matcha set — bamboo whisk and ceramic bowl, nothing more.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTL;DR\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBamboo whisk + ceramic bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e — the simplest possible matcha kit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most affordable real matcha set in our range.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFor someone who already has matcha powder\u003c\/strong\u003e and just needs the tools.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you've been making matcha with a regular whisk in a coffee mug — and you've decided it's time to do it properly — this is the set. No frills, no extras, just the two pieces that make the biggest difference.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Set\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Bamboo matcha whisk (chasen) — Madake bamboo, ~100 prongs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) — wide-mouth design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMadake bamboo, hand-cut\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBowl material\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eStoneware ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBeginners · gift on a budget · existing matcha drinkers upgrading tools\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhisk lifespan\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8–12 months daily use\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoak the whisk in warm water for 5 minutes before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSift 1.5g of matcha into the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdd 80ml of 175°F \/ 80°C water.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhisk in M-motion for 15–20 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrink within 30 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this come with matcha powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — this set is whisk + bowl only. If you'd like a complete kit including matcha powder, see our Complete Matcha Gift Set.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between this and the Bamboo Matcha Whisk Set ($52.99)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe $52.99 set has a hand-pinched chawan with a more refined finish; this $39.99 set has a simpler stoneware bowl. Both whisks are equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Strabella\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily-built since 2023, run by Lisa in Newport Beach, Strabella is a small US-based brand of considered matcha tools and quiet kitchen objects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShips from the United States — typically 2–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFree US shipping on orders over $25\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e30-day returns on unused items\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px; padding-top: 24px; border-top: 1px solid #ebe6da;\"\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 18px; color: #2f3a2b; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eFrom the Strabella journal\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr)); gap: 8px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/starbucks-matcha-vs-homemade\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eStarbucks matcha vs homemade — the math\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-beginner-matcha-kit\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eBest beginner matcha kit (2026)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-make-matcha-at-home-90-seconds\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eMake matcha at home in 90 seconds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/why-matcha-clumps-smooth-iced-matcha-at-home\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eWhy your matcha clumps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/matcha-without-a-sifter\" style=\"color: #2f3a2b; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0cf;\"\u003eCan you make matcha without a sifter?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Strabella","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":48288251150551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sage","offer_id":48288251183319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":48288251216087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/Image_20260212220249_15_3.jpg?v=1771012976"},{"product_id":"matcha-starter-kit-ceremonial-bowl-bamboo-whisk-powder","title":"Matcha Starter Kit — Ceremonial Bowl, Bamboo Whisk + Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe smallest matcha setup that actually works.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Matcha Starter Kit pairs Strabella's hand-finished green ceramic chawan with a traditional bamboo whisk and 1.9 oz of ceremonial-grade matcha powder. Everything you need to start a daily matcha ritual, nothing you don't.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the matcha starter kit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Ceramic Matcha Bowl (Chawan)\u003c\/strong\u003e — wide rim for whisking, hand-finished textured artisan glaze\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBamboo Whisk (Chasen) with Ceramic Holder\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100-prong traditional whisk on a stand that keeps the prongs dry between uses\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBamboo Scoop (Chashaku)\u003c\/strong\u003e — single-serve portion measure carved from a single piece of bamboo\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Sifter\u003c\/strong\u003e — breaks up clumps for a smooth, lump-free whisk\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCeremonial Matcha Powder 1.9 oz (54 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — single-origin Japanese, stone-ground, first-harvest spring leaf\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLinen Tea Mat\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps the counter clean during the ritual\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStrabella Box\u003c\/strong\u003e — gift-ready, no extra wrapping needed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy this matcha starter kit is different\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eMost starter kits sold online are kitchen-supply-store assemblies with sticker prices and powder that's been sitting on a shelf for two years. Ours is built from the same pieces we use at home: a bowl that holds heat evenly, a whisk that breaks down powder cleanly, and matcha that we stone-grind in small batches.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow to make matcha with this kit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003col\u003e   \u003cli\u003eSift one bamboo scoop (about 1 g) of matcha into the green chawan\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eAdd 2 oz of water at 175°F (just under boiling)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eWhisk in a quick \"M\" pattern for 15 seconds until a layer of foam forms on top\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eTop with another 4 oz of water for tea, or steamed milk for a matcha latte\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare and longevity\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bamboo whisk lasts six to twelve months of daily use when air-dried on its ceramic holder. The chawan is dishwasher-safe but most people hand-wash it in thirty seconds. The sifter rinses clean in seconds and lives in the same gift box for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eStone-ground in Uji, hand-packed in Newport Beach\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe matcha is first-harvest spring leaf from Uji, Japan — shade-grown for three weeks before pick to deepen the chlorophyll and reduce bitterness. We stone-grind small batches and seal each tin within 48 hours of grinding. Each tin holds about 27 servings. Tasting notes: bright, gently sweet, naturally umami, never grassy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBuilt to start, made to last\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you've never made matcha at home, this is the smallest setup that actually works. If you've been using a $15 amazon whisk and a foil pouch of powder, this is the upgrade that lasts years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAbout Strabella\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily-built since 2023, run by Lisa in Newport Beach. We source the matcha from a small farm in Uji, Japan, and hand-pack every kit from our kitchen. Ships within one business day from California.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree shipping on orders over $25. 30-day return window.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— Lisa, Strabella\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strabella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48652098273495,"sku":"MATCHA-STARTER-KIT-89","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/2477\/8711\/files\/matcha-starter-kit-ceremonial-bundle-overview.png?v=1779513750"},{"product_id":"matcha-starter-kit-9-piece-whisk-bowl-sifter-ceremonial-powder","title":"Matcha Starter Kit — 9-Piece Set with Whisk, Bowl, Sifter \u0026 Ceremonial Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eEverything for your first matcha morning, in one box. A complete 9-piece kit built around our single-origin Yame ceremonial matcha — the tools to store it, sift it, whisk it, and serve it, plus the powder to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStone-ground and hand-packed in Newport Beach within fourteen days of grinding. Made to start with, or to give.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-thrown ceramic matcha bowl (chawan) with pour spout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBamboo whisk (chasen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic whisk holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk storage tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBamboo scoop (chashaku)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel tea canister — keeps powder fresh and protected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine mesh sifter — for a smooth, lump-free cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 mixing discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeremonial Grade Matcha Powder, 54g (1.9 oz) — single origin, Yame, Fukuoka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore fresh, sift, whisk in a zig-zag motion until frothy, and sip. 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