Matcha Equipment

Before you use your Matcha's broom (chas) for the first time, there are some important steps to consider to make sure it works well and lasts for a long time:

1. soaking: Place the Matcha brooms in warm water before the first use to make the bristles supple and remove any residues. Let the broom soak for about 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Dry: After soaking, take the broom out of the water and shake it lightly to remove excess water. Then let the broom dry in the air. Avoid drying the broom directly on a heat source such as a radiator or in direct sunlight, as this can damage the bristles.
3. Shake before use: Before you use the Matcha broom, shake it slightly to remove any loose bristles and ensure that it is clean.
4. Gently open: When opening Matcha with the broom, make sure to carry out gentle, even movements in order to achieve good foam formation without damaging the bristles. Avoid pressing or bending the broom too hard, as this can break the bristles or get it out of shape.

To keep your Matcha's broom (chas) properly and
To extend his lifespan, follow these steps:

1. Dry: After use, rinse the broom under warm water to remove residues. Then shake excess water and let the broom dry in the air. Avoid storing the broom in a closed container or in a moist environment, as this can favor mold formation.
2. storage: Keep the Matcha brooms on a clean and dry place that is protected from moisture and dirt. Ideal
   Is it to keep the broom on a special Matcha broom holder or in an open container with the bristles so that it does not deform
   become.
3. Air circulation: Make sure that the place of storage of the Matcha's has had good air circulation to avoid moisture and to facilitate drying. Avoid keeping the broom in a closed closet or drawer where the air cannot circulate.
4. Regular cleaning: Clean the Matcha broom regularly to remove residues and ensure its hygiene. You can rinse it with warm water or occasionally clean it with a mild cleaning agent. Let the broom dry thoroughly after cleaning before using it again or kept it.

After you have prepared Matcha, it is important to thoroughly clean the Matcha brooms to remove residues and ensure its hygiene. Here is a guide on how to clean your Matcha brooms after preparation:

1. Rinse out the broom: After use, rinse the
   Matcha brooms immediately under warm water to take excess matcha and
   Remove residues. Use your fingers to gently between the bristles
   To rub and ensure that all Matcha remnants are removed.
2. Pay attention to the bristles: Be particularly careful not to bend or damage the bristles of the broom. Avoid pressing the broom too hard or bending to avoid deformation of the struts.
3. Dry: Shake the broom lightly to remove excess water and then let it dry in the air.
   Place the broom with the bristles up so that you can dry well. Avoid storing the broom in a closed container or in a moist environment, as this can favor mold formation.
4. Occasional cleaning: Occasionally you can clean the Matcha broom more thoroughly by rinsing it with warm water.
   Use your fingers to gently clean between the bristles and rinse it
   Broom thoroughly.

The node in the middle of the Matcha's Best, also known as "Nodo", is a feature that craftsmen deliberately incorporated during the manufacturing process. This node serves to bundle the bristles of the broom and to give them structure.

The nodo helps to keep the bristles of the broom in the correct position and ensure that they do not bend or fray too much when used. This is particularly important because the Matcha broom is used to beat Matcha, which requires a certain amount of stiffness and structure to effectively distribute the matcha powder and create a fine foam.

By using a node in the middle of the broom, the bristles can be arranged evenly and supported, which leads to better performance and durability of the broom. The Nodo is therefore not a mistake, but a conscious design feature that improves the functionality and durability of the Matcha's.

A Matcha's broom, also known as the chas, is not absolutely necessary, but it is a traditional and very useful tool for preparing Matcha. A Matcha broom helps to mix the Matcha powder thoroughly with hot water in order to achieve an even consistency and texture and to create a fine foam on the surface of the drink.

Although it is possible to prepare Matcha without a broom, such as through a milk frother, this cannot create the same quality and the same foam as with a Matcha broom. The broom makes it possible to effectively distribute the Matcha powder and to create a creamy, foamy texture that is characteristic of high-quality matcha.

If you regularly prepare Matcha and place emphasis on authentic preparation, then a Matcha broom is definitely a worthwhile investment. He makes the preparation of Matcha easier and more effective and contributes to enjoying a delicious and authentic Matcha experience.

There are some reasons why the shape of the chase can change over time:

1. Wear of the bristles: The bristles of the Matcha's Bowing are thin and flexible and can wear out or bend over time, especially with repeated use. This can lead to the shape of the broom gradually changing and the bristles are no longer arranged as evenly or symmetrically as at the beginning.
2. Moisture and drying: Matcha brooms are sensitive to moisture and can deform if they are not dried properly or if they are stored in a moist environment for a long time. Moisture can cause the bristles to expand or glue on what can affect the shape of the broom.
3. Pressure and stress: If the Matcha's broom is exposed to heavy pressure or stress when the Matcha was opened, the bristles can bend or break what can change the shape of the broom.

It is important to have the Matcha brooms thoroughly cleaned and dry after each use in order to ensure its durability and avoid deformation. If the shape of the broom still changes over time, this can be normal and the performance of the broom does not necessarily affect. However, some changes in the form can indicate that it is time to replace the broom, especially if the bristles are damaged or unevenly worn out.

The use of a stainless steel metal spoon to stir or open Matcha does not lead to an oxidation of the Matcha. However, Matcha can lose quality if it remains unprotected and in contact with air over a long period of time, since the oxygen in the air can affect the antioxidant properties of the matcha. Deckels are recommended during the preparation to minimize contact with air.

A bamboo spoon, also known as "Chashaku", is not absolutely necessary for the preparation of Matcha, but it is a traditional and practical tool that is often used to measure the right amount of matcha powder and put it in the shell.

The bamboo spoon has a flat, shovel-like shape that enables an exact amount of matcha powder to be reduced and dosed. This is particularly important because the correct dosage of Matcha has a significant impact on the taste and quality of the drink. With the bamboo spoon you can measure the perfect amount of matcha powder to prepare a balanced and delicious Matcha drink.

If you don't have a bamboo spoon, you can alternatively use a teaspoon to dose the Matcha powder. However, make sure that the amount carefully measured to avoid overdose or underdose. Some Matcha sets are also delivered with a measuring spoon that was specially developed for the preparation of Matcha and enables precise measurement.