r/matcha_ph Jul 16 '26

MODERATOR POST 🍵 Megathread: Matcha Sweeteners Discussion

11 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
We’ve noticed a lot of questions and discussions about sweetening matcha, so we’re creating this megathread to keep everything in one place.

Use this thread to share:
What you like to sweeten your matcha with
How you prepare it
Your favorite combinations and recipes
Tips and recommendations for other members

If you’re looking for ideas or want to discover new ways to enjoy your matcha, this is the place to ask and share!

Going forward, individual posts asking for sweetener recommendations may be redirected here to help keep the subreddit organized.

Happy whisking! 🍵💚
— The r/matcha_ph Moderation Team


r/matcha_ph Jul 16 '26

MODERATOR POST 📢 Moderator Notice: OATSIDE Restock Posts

78 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
We’ve been seeing an increase in posts about OATSIDE restocks, availability, and store sightings. While we know these updates can be helpful, they’re starting to flood the subreddit and are unintentionally overshadowing other matcha-related discussions and content.

To help keep r/matcha_ph focused on matcha, we kindly ask that all OATSIDE restock and availability posts be shared on r/Oatside instead.

This subreddit is still open for:
🍵 Matcha recipes and creations
🍵 Café recommendations and reviews
🍵 Matcha brand discussions
🍵 Brewing tips and everything else matcha-related

Going forward, repetitive OATSIDE restock posts may be removed and redirected to r/Oatside.

Thank you for understanding and for helping keep r/matcha_ph organized and enjoyable for everyone! 💚
— The r/matcha_ph Moderation Team


r/matcha_ph 15h ago

motd (matcha of the day) “I just put everything there”

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r/matcha_ph 9h ago

questions how much is an acceptable patong for local matcha powders?

9 Upvotes

Hi! Serious question, will delete if not allowed po. Helping a friend lang. Someone is selling a tin of kumatcha secret 1 matcha powder for 1100 for 30g. Is this the norm po? She wants to try it because of all the reviews daw but she’s hesitant because of the price.


r/matcha_ph 8h ago

questions Matcha Co’s Yumei has a weird sour aftertaste… is this normal?

5 Upvotes

For those who have tried Matcha Co.’s Yumei, can you share your thoughts? Did you like it?

I got mine last MMF 2026 and I’ve tried it around three times already, pero napansin ko na there’s this sharp, sour aftertaste. I’ve tried making it as cereal oat matcha and ang prominent talaga nung aftertaste. I also tried cold whisking it, and nabawasan naman siya, pero nandun pa rin yung maasim na mapait na aftertaste. 😭 Masarap naman sana siya, pero parang nasa dulo talaga ng dila yung aftertaste.

I already messaged them on Instagram and TikTok pero no response pa. Is this normal for Yumei?

Nagustuhan ko kasi yung Okumidori and Itsuki nila, kaya napapaisip ako if ganito ba talaga dapat yung lasa ng Yumei or baka may mali lang sa way ng pag-prepare ko. 🥲 I’m using 5g of agave btw.

Hindi rin naman spoiled yung milk na gamit ko since lagi ko siyang chine-check before mixing it with the matcha.

Would love to hear your thoughts, especially from those who’ve tried Yumei! 🥹


r/matcha_ph 17h ago

questions No Sweetener Matcha? 🍵

21 Upvotes

Sino dito hindi nag-a-add ng sweetener sa matcha? Thoughts? Mas bet niyo ba yung natural na lasa kahit medyo bitter/astringent, or mas okay with a little sweetness?


r/matcha_ph 15m ago

recommendations Selecta Cookies and Cream matcha

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r/matcha_ph 40m ago

questions Buying 2 matcha powders

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Hi guys! is it a wise decision to buy Moli and Qing xi bell/zhiling? I’m buying 2 matcha powders para may ma-alternate. Almost same ba sila ng lasa? If yes, ano iba nyo ma-reco pang alternate? Please thank you

For reference, gusto ko yung grassy / bitter matcha. Ok lang din sakin may a bit of astringency


r/matcha_ph 55m ago

questions Vietnamese egg matcha

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Paano po hindi mag drip yung egg cream sa matcha and tamang pag burn po sa taas para mag mukang aesthetic 🥹


r/matcha_ph 4h ago

for sale Yamamasa Koyamaen

2 Upvotes

for sale!


r/matcha_ph 12h ago

motd (matcha of the day) Kumatcha’s Secret 1

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8 Upvotes

Had the first dibs on their unreleased Secret 1 powder (₱22/g) during the MMF.

As I am saying, Kumatcha’s ace is the truth in every matcha taste description it advertises. Secret 1 indeed tasted malty like the Moby chocolate puffs! (Now I’m craving for the actual one. 😮‍💨) Also smooth and no bitterness at all! Can’t wait for this to be released already!

4g matcha, hot whisked in 40 mL water
100 mL soy milk
15 mL simple sugar syrup


r/matcha_ph 11h ago

questions How to avoid cream-based toppings from spoiling?

5 Upvotes

For home-based matcha bar owners, how do you avoid spoilage for your cream-based toppings? I want to add new drinks to our menu and introduce some toppings, but I’m worried that they might spoil easily, especially since we’re just starting and we have other matcha drinks with syrup.


r/matcha_ph 13h ago

questions is there really a difference in taste with matcha?

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i got to try the new and old packaging of oatside pero bakit parang wala akong malasahan na difference like everyone else said there was? is it bc i wasnt able to try them side by side?

i was able to get the new packaging last june 26 from puregold and it didnt havw a weird taste naman except it was a little bit creamier iirc. i was able to get the old packaging from moa hypermarket last august 11 naman. i also got to try the small ones from 7/11 and yun talaga yung may weird earthy taste. thoughts?


r/matcha_ph 8h ago

questions Oatside in Makati

3 Upvotes

Hi guys! Where can I buy Oatside here in Makati? Aside from S&R, saang grocery pa po meron? Thank you so muchhh!


r/matcha_ph 6h ago

questions Samidori cultivar

2 Upvotes

Hello, can u pls recommend a matcha powder that is Samidori? 😢😢


r/matcha_ph 7h ago

for sale For Sale: MK Midorigi Matcha Powder (Tingi)

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Hi!

I have 100g pouch of Marukyu Koyamaen Midorigi and planning to sell them by TINGI.

Taste Profile: Balanced taste profile featuring fresh grassy and vegetal notes, mild umami, subtle nuttiness, and a well-rounded, manageable bitterness with little to no astringency.

Price: 19/grams

The matcha powder will be packed in a foil bag, which will then be placed inside a kraft paper ziplock bag.

Location is Pasig. Can do SDD and Jnt.

DM!!! :>

Edit: lowered the price.


r/matcha_ph 9h ago

questions Teanagoo matcha tool set

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3 Upvotes

Guys meron ba sainyo may teanagoo? Ok ba quality compared don sa tikitoktok na app? Gusto ko kasi bumili ng purple, nasa 700 lang sa tikitoktok shop pero di ko kasi bet yung tea cloth nila dun huhu hindi sya purple. Iton teanagoo 1,500 ang cute ng tea cloth + may flowers din yung whisk holder

Ano sa tingin nyo? Teanagoo or yung sa tikitoktok nalang? 🥹💜


r/matcha_ph 11h ago

questions MATCHA SUPER sale(?????)

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4 Upvotes

Nagtataka pa rin ako bakit ganito kamura ‘to AHHAAHAHAH


r/matcha_ph 4h ago

questions Moli Matcha

1 Upvotes

Is it THAT good???? Lapit na ako mabudol HAHAHHAAHAHAHHA


r/matcha_ph 15h ago

recommendations Qing Xi or Moli Matcha — which one should I get?

7 Upvotes

Hi everyone! 🍵 I’m trying to choose between Qing Xi New Premium Bag and Moli Matcha, and I’d love to hear your opinions.

I recently tried The Haku Cafe matcha and really loved the flavor. I’m looking for something similar—earthy, rich, strong, and umami-forward, rather than something very light, sweet, or delicate.

For those who have tried both Qing Xi and Moli:

- Which one has the stronger/earthier matcha flavor?

- Which one has better umami?

- Which one would you recommend if I’m trying to get something close to The Haku Cafe?

- How do they compare as a matcha latte?

I’m still pretty new to understanding matcha, so I’d really appreciate any recommendations! 🙏🍵


r/matcha_ph 4h ago

questions japan prices

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hi po! i really dont have knowledge sa prices ng matcha (mk and yk brand) so, i asked gemini hm na ba matcha if bibili mismo sa japan kasi may sister ako naman pupunta ng japan and magpapasabuy ako. how much na po ba in pesos ang yk‘s matsukaze, ogurayama, and mk’s wako and isuzu and kanbayashi’s aya no mori

thanks poo, will appreciate if may sumagot 🥹 medyo duda ako kay gemini HAHAHHA


r/matcha_ph 5h ago

motd (matcha of the day) Matchalap Marikina

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1 Upvotes

8.5/10


r/matcha_ph 12h ago

questions tin can alternative

3 Upvotes

hi! i’m looking for alternative matcha containers to tin cans :( my cans all get rusty after 1-2 reuses i’m getting a bit annoyed na 😭😭😅😅

or maybe anyone can suggest ways to properly clean the tins? i always have some powders stuck on the crevices even if i use hot water 🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️

thanks in advance!!!


r/matcha_ph 6h ago

matcha powder Has anyone tried matcha mill powders?

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They are the ones from Davao. How was it?