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I'm a shopping writer and these ceremonial-grade matcha pods that cost 54p a cup are a confirmed hit
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The world has gone matcha mad and if you can't get enough of the green stuff, you'll want to try these ceremonial-grade matcha pods from Perfect Ted.
A survey from Orion Market Research showed that sales of matcha-type drinks surged 202 percent year on year in 2023, and the green-tea based drink has only grown in popularity since then, with many choosing to ditch their daily coffee for the drink - largely due to the reported health benefits of matcha.
The drink can be quite costly, however, and your daily matcha fix can soon add up. If you want to recreate the drink at home but haven't mastered the art of matcha making quite yet (the drink is typically created with a bamboo whisk and bowl), these pods are the answer you've been looking for - and customers can't get enough.
'This matcha is part of my morning routine now!', wrote one shopper. 'I love having it iced over coconut milk'. Remember to push the espresso button twice to dispense. It's a subtle taste and doesn't require sweetening for me. Good value pack and will last me another month!'.
'These matcha pods are a gem for any matcha lover who owns a Nespresso machine,' wrote a second user. 'They offer the convenience of a quick pod with the rich, smooth taste of ceremonial-grade matcha. Each cup has a signature earthy, slightly sweet taste and a beautiful bright green colour that matcha fans will appreciate'.
'Great quality and good value,' added a third customer. 'The pods are easy to use and work well with my Nespresso machine. The matcha tastes amazing and has a nice, smooth texture. I enjoy adding a little honey to the matcha for a nice afternoon pick me up'.
Working out at just 54p per cup (compared to upwards of £4 for a takeaway drink), the Perfect Ted pods are compatible with the Nespresso Original machine, which means it's never been easier been easier to make a barista-style drink from the comfort of your own home.
As well as a hot matcha, the pods can also be made to make an iced drink by pouring over ice and topping up with a dash of cold milk.
And, in even better news, for those with a sweet tooth, the pods also come in additional flavours, too, including Vanilla and Salted Caramel.
Matcha connoisseurs will love the ceremonial-grade, high-quality flavour that the pods provide, as all matcha from Perfect Ted is sourced from single-origin farms in Uji, Japan - often touted as the matcha capital of the world.
A great caffeine-alternative for those who suffer with post-caffeine jitters or want the energy boost without unwanted side effects, matcha is an antioxidant said to help fight inflammation, speed up metabolism and help reduce cholesterol.
When using these pods, you'll be in good company - several UK cafe chains use Perfect Ted matcha within their drinks, including Joe and the Juice, Crosstown Doughnuts and SOHO Coffee, and its been rumoured that Blank Street uses its matcha powder, too.
Each pack contains 60 all-natural, gluten-free matcha pods, meaning if you have one cup of matcha per day, the pods will last you well over a month. And if you love them as much as we do, you can even get them on a subscription-basis on Amazon, meaning you won't have to go without when you run out.
