Matcha Meets Glass Design | ZWIESEL GLAS
Matcha has become one of the most popular trend beverages in recent years. Its vibrant green colour, delicate foam and the calming whisking ritual make matcha a drink that appeals to all the senses. Once rooted in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, matcha has evolved into a staple of modern beverage culture. Beyond the quality of the tea itself, the right glass also plays an important role, enhancing the colour, texture and visual appeal of every matcha experience.
Our Glass Recommendation for This Drink
CLICK
The Click collection is the ideal choice for traditional matcha and classic matcha preparation. Its compact shape beautifully highlights the vibrant green colour, delicate foam and naturally creamy texture of freshly whisked matcha. Comfortable to hold, the glass encourages a mindful, unhurried drinking experience – perfectly reflecting the spirit of the Japanese tea tradition.
Our Glass Recommendation for This Drink
FAVE
The Fave all-purpose glass is the ideal choice for modern matcha creations. Its tall, slender shape beautifully showcases the distinctive layers of an Iced Matcha Latte while providing plenty of room for ice cubes. Paired with a reusable glass straw, it offers a comfortable drinking experience – perfect for Iced Matcha Latte, Peach Matcha and other refreshing matcha creations.
Recipes for the Perfect Matcha Experience
Our Glass Recommendation: Allround glass Fave
The tall all-purpose glass provides plenty of room for ice cubes while beautifully showcasing
the distinctive layers of both matcha creations.
Strawberry Matcha
The combination of fresh strawberries, creamy milk and premium matcha creates a perfectly balanced flavour. Its vibrant layers also make Strawberry Matcha a true eye-catcher – ideal for warm days or as a refreshing alternative to the classic Matcha Latte.
Ingredients (serves 1)
- 4–5 fresh strawberries
- 1 tsp maple syrup or agave syrup
- 120 ml milk or a plant-based alternative
- 2 g matcha (ceremonial grade)
- 60 ml water (approx. 80°C / 176°F)
- Ice cubes
Preparation
Blend the strawberries with the maple syrup until smooth and pour the purée into a glass. Add a few ice cubes, then carefully pour in the milk. Whisk the matcha with the hot water until smooth and frothy, then slowly pour it over the milk. This creates the signature green, white and red layers that make Strawberry Matcha such a striking drink.
Peach Matcha Lemonade
Sweet peach, fresh lemon and finely whisked matcha come together to create a refreshing drink with a balanced combination of fruity sweetness, gentle acidity and matcha's characteristic umami notes. Its vibrant layers make Peach Matcha Lemonade a real visual highlight.
Ingredients (serves 1)
- 80 ml peach purée or peach nectar
- 20 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 100 ml sparkling mineral water or soda water
- 2 g matcha (ceremonial grade)
- 60 ml water (approx. 80°C / 176°F)
- Ice cubes
- 1–2 peach slices and fresh mint for garnish
Preparation
Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha
The Fave all-purpose glass is the ideal choice for Iced Matcha Latte and modern matcha creations with ice cubes. For traditional matcha, the compact glass from the Click collection is recommended, as it beautifully highlights matcha’s vibrant green colour and delicate layer of foam.
With matcha, the entire finely ground tea leaf is consumed, whereas traditional green tea is prepared by steeping the leaves and drinking only the infusion. As a result, matcha offers a more vibrant colour, a richer flavour and a distinctive creamy texture.
Water that is too hot can affect matcha's delicate flavours and make it taste bitter. A water temperature of around 80°C (176°F) helps preserve a balanced combination of sweetness, umami and freshness.
High-quality ceremonial grade or premium grade matcha is the best choice for a Matcha Latte. It provides a well-balanced flavour and a vibrant green colour.
Yes. Matcha is perfect for cold drinks such as an Iced Matcha Latte, Strawberry Matcha or Peach Matcha Lemonade. For the best results, whisk the matcha with a small amount of water until smooth before adding the remaining ingredients.
When whisked with a bamboo whisk or an electric milk frother, matcha develops a fine layer of foam made up of tiny air bubbles. High-quality matcha produces an especially smooth, delicate and even foam.
In addition to dairy milk, oat, almond, coconut and soy milk all pair exceptionally well with matcha. The best choice depends on your personal taste and the flavour profile you prefer.
