Matcha is a type of powdered green tea that originated in Japan. It is made from shade-grown green tea leaves, which are carefully ground into a fine powder. The word "matcha" translates to "powdered tea" in Japanese. There are different types of matcha but they can largely be grouped into two categories: ceremonial grade (higher quality, used for making tea) and culinary grade( lower quality, often used in food). Matcha has a really unique and distinct taste that's earthy, rich, slightly sweet, slightly bitter, and even a little grassy.