Not sure why but just saw on instagram that the matcha en in lakeview is closed :( or maybe that’s a good thing lol – says “temporary”
💬 Latest Community Updates from Chicago Matcha Lovers…
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Belmont Matcha En is closed
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OMG! a new full on matcha shop in West Town
Anyone know anything about the new matcha spot across from Altar Home on Chicago Ave – they’re hiring matcha lovers!
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Green Llama still not open!
I thought the Green Llama spot on Chicago Ave (across from Marianos) was supposed to open in Sept – wonder what’s up!?
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Wonderful Matcha @ LaGrange Road METRA stop.
Wonderful service and a large selection of tea. Expansive drink menu. Check it out of your traveling from the burbs to the city.
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MK Matcha drop on Sugoi’s website – MokomaTea
Editor’s note: Verified! Local Chicago chocolate and tea shop (best place to buy matcha powder in Chicago) (also best matcha ice cream in Chicago!) is selling matcha tins online right now. Not sure how long they will or how much is available, but super helpful if you need to order online! https://sugoisweets.com/collections/matcha
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Went to Postcard in West Loop
Visually appealing but lacking in matcha knowledge. Seems like it might be a “hype spot” with matcha as an add on to the menu. The matcha is stored on glass (light exposure; a no-no) and the acoustics are confusing (speakers facing glass and elevated in a narrow room). Both red flags. More show than substance?
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OMMA matcha at new HEYDAY on Division
Using OMMA matcha, Okumidori grown in Miyazaki, milled in Shizuoka. “Lightly roasted for a sweet aroma, soft umami, and a smooth, nutty finish.”
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Anyone at Spirit Tea party? 🔥🔥🍵
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Tried Lucky Cat today
Nice color. Pleasant, but very small flavor. Even with the shot.
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Pretty floral matcha @ Capital one Café/verve coffee
My guess is that they’re using Chinese Matcha because the actual powder itself has a very floral taste. A lot like Rose may be a hint of jasmine. Taste reminiscent of a Chinese green tea cultivar.
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New Green Llama Cafe in Ukrainian Village
Across from Mariano’s on Chicago Ave. They say they’re gonna have matcha!
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Several Starbucks are closing. Does this mean more Matcha for everyone else?!
Here’s the article that lists some of the stores that are closing in Chicago. But really… since Starbucks is probably the biggest matcha seller, does this free up some matcha? Will this help the shortage?
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La Colombe now has matcha!
La Colombe now has matcha!
@E-R-R • Update: It’s true, we checked it out… La Colombe shops are now serving matcha. They’re using the barista/house blend by Rishi tea. And at the two cafes we’ve visited, they were pouring boiling water over it. So, drink at your own risk. Rishi matcha is pretty forgiving, so it won’t be awful, just maybe a little bitter.
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New Postcard cafe in West Loop! Rare Tea – Yikes!
New Postcard cafe in West Loop! Rare Tea – Yikes!
West loop has a new cafe owned by a luggage company, Monos.
Here’s the good… they have Matcha!
Here’s the bad… they serve tea from Rare Tea Cellars. Is their matcha from Rare Tea? Oh god I hope not!
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Popup on Chicago Ave tonight!
Across from Mariano’s in Ukrainian Village.
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Two matcha popups now at Wicker Park Farmers market.
Yujo and Matcha Moo – I only tried the Matcha Moo, but bought a tin of the Yujo matcha
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Introducing the Community Feed!
Every week matcha lovers across Chicagoland send us updates on the local matcha scene, and it’s time we start sharing them! Have an update? Let us know!
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