Some things don't ruin your matcha, but they knock it down a peg. Here's what to watch:
- Coffee residue: If you're using the same bowl you had coffee in, the leftover oils will cling to the sides and taint your matcha. Even after a rinse, those oils linger. Keep your matcha bowl separate or wash with a dedicated sponge.
- Soap residue: Soap leaves a film that kills the froth. Rinse your bowl and whisk with warm water only. If you must use soap, rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth.
- Dairy milk: This isn't a hard no, but it changes the texture. Ceremonial matcha is meant to be sipped straight. If you add milk, you're masking the subtle sweetness of the tea. Plus, the whisk froth gets lost in the milk.
- Sweeteners: Same deal. A little honey is fine, but too much sugar covers up the grassy, umami notes that make BrewNova special.
These aren't deal-breakers, but they shift the experience. If you're sharing with someone who likes their matcha sweet and milky, just know it's a different drink.
