In this episode of Trivia Tangents, we're whisking up some serious matcha energy with special guest Kyla, a self-proclaimed matcha enthusiast and at-home latte queen. From ancient tea rituals to the misty hills of Uji, Japan, to the neon-green lattes flooding your Instagram feed, we dig into matcha’s global takeover. Along the way, I quiz Kyla on matcha trivia, and we learn about what makes ceremonial grade actually ceremonial. Expect Bay Area cafe reviews, fun facts, and a few chaotic matcha hot takes. Grab your whisk, this one’s steeped in flavor!

Where to find Kyla:

https://www.instagram.com/kylaishungry/

https://www.tiktok.com/@kylaishungry

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCTWwhQUhXOrUmV8oRVrdXw

Linktree

Links:

Taste of Kyoto Organic Reserve Matcha (Amazon)

Matchaful.com

Tezumi Tea Matcha Sets

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Matcha and Trivia Tangents

03:52 History of Matcha

10:23 Ceremonial Matcha and Uji Japan

23:09 The Modern Matcha Craze

24:44 Exploring Matcha Cafes and Favorites

30:18 The Rise of Matcha Culture

35:38 Innovative Matcha Creations

41:37 Café Recommendations and Personal Favorites