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Qu’est-ce que le tencha ? La feuille à l’origine du matcha

Le tencha est le thé japonais qui sert de matière première au matcha. Découvrez comment il est cultivé, transformé et ce qui le distingue du sencha et du matcha.

Combien de caféine dans le matcha ? Guide par dosage

Combien de caféine contient le matcha ? Découvrez des repères concrets selon le nombre de grammes utilisés, comparez-les au café et adaptez simplement votre tasse.

Qu’est-ce que l’umami ? Comprendre la cinquième saveur

L’umami est l’une des cinq saveurs fondamentales. Découvrez son origine japonaise, comment le reconnaître et pourquoi il joue un rôle important dans le goût du matcha.

Why hojicha is becoming increasingly popular with cafés and Japanese tea lovers

Why is hojicha becoming popular with cafés and Japanese tea enthusiasts? Discover its roasted flavour, latte and pastry uses, and differences from matcha.

How to identify real, high-quality Japanese matcha?

How to recognise quality Japanese matcha: origin, tencha, colour, aroma, fineness, taste, freshness, packaging and a standardised test.

Matcha or coffee: which to choose to start the day?

Matcha or coffee? Compare flavour, caffeine, preparation and uses to choose what best fits your routine without exaggerated claims.

Matcha vs. Hojicha: What's the Difference and Which Should You Choose?

Matcha or Hojicha? Compare their taste, color, caffeine content, uses, and preparation to choose the Japanese tea that's right for you.

Yame vs Uji — Why We Chose Yame

Uji is famous, but Yame produces Japan's most awarded matcha. Discover why Maison Yume chose this exceptional region.

My Journey — From Belgium to the Tea Fields of Yame

How a young Belgian with a passion for Japan left Brussels to travel through the Yame tea plantations and found Maison Yume.