{"title":"Gift guide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThoughtful gifts for the love of Matcha and tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bio-gyokuro","title":"ORGANIC GYOKURO - Celebration tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Gyokuro - First Flush - Japan\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGyokuro is a superior quality first flush green tea from Japan. In the last 4-5 weeks of the growing process, before picking the leaves, the tea plants are covered with screens to protect against direct sunlight. In this way the production of chlorophyll will be stimulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCharacteristics Gyokuro tea - Hug the Tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: first harvest - spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate: Organic certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste: slightly sweet, soft, lily of the valley, seaweed and umami\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53469398794504,"sku":"Gyokuro","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/Organic-gyokuro-hug-the-tea-scaled-e1674652499294.webp?v=1773228115"},{"product_id":"matcha-thee-kopen","title":"ORGANIC MATCHA CEREMONIAL A - Drinking","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOrganic Ceremonial Matcha A - Buy Matcha tea online \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e Ceremonial Matcha tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a shade grown green tea made of finely stone ground tea leaves from the first harvest of the Spring in Kagoshima, Japan. This is the highest grade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeremonial \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/matcha-thee-kopen?variant=53469404692744\"\u003eMatcha tea\u003c\/a\u003e from Hug the Tea has a great green color, because it contains a lot of chlorofyl. It is a shade grown green tea that comes in a powdered substance. The tea leaves are steamed, dried and ground into 100% pure tea powder. This quality is made to drink pure and tastes grassy, creamy and light sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the necessities to make Matcha are: a bamboo whisk, a bamboo spoon, a bowl (= \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/compleet-matcha-set\"\u003eMatcha set\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/matcha-sets\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) 70-80 Celsius degrees water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to make Matcha tea in 5 steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing the perfect matcha tea is all about balance and smooth texture. Therefore you can either use a fine sieve for an extra silky result, or simply start by making a paste with a small amount of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFirstly, sieve 1 gram of matcha (≈ 2 bamboo scoops) into a bowl using a fine sieve (optional, for a smoother texture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOR \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emake a paste by adding 1 tablespoon of warm water directly to the matcha\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhisk into a smooth paste using a bamboo whisk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 50 ml of water at 75–80°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhisk for about 20 seconds using a fast W-shaped motion until a light foam forms on top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip 💚 T\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eurn it into a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/recipe-floral-cherry-iced-matcha-latte\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMatcha Latte\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eby adding iced or hot milk of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to make matcha ideas? \u0026gt; Watch on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DGfh7SUI9Ql\/\"\u003eInstagram.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAntioxidants and vitamines\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoreover, this umami matcha green tea powder is is extremely high in antioxidants and vitamins, like catechins (EGCg) and vitamine C, because you are actually consuming the entire tea leaf. In fact no other natural product contains more antioxidants than Matcha, so it is a real superfood! Lastly, r\u003cem\u003eead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/nieuws\/blog-43-a-review-on-the-health-benefits-of-matcha-how-can-catechins-in-matcha-benefit-your-health\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e more about the health benefits of Matcha!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent matcha qualities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/matcha-thee-kopen?variant=53469404692744\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha A \u003c\/a\u003ethere are two more grades of Matcha, namely Premium Matcha B and Classic Matcha C. For making a Matcha Latte the Premium Matcha is perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever for cooking and baking the Classic Matcha is most appropriate. Since this grade C is lower in quality (not suitable for drinking) and more bitter and stronger in taste. Therefore, perfect for baking a delicious Matcha cake! Finally, r\u003cem\u003eead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e more about the different grades of Matcha!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCharacteristics Ceremonial Matcha - Hug the Tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Japan, Kagoshima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: first harvest - spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate: Organic certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: intense green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste: grassy, creamy, full-bodied, umami\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBD: 1 year (all HTT teas have a BBD of 1 year) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":53469404692744,"sku":"1030530640","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":53469404725512,"sku":"1030530641","price":53.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":53469404758280,"sku":"1030530642","price":133.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":53469404791048,"sku":"1030530643","price":263.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":53469404823816,"sku":"1030530645","price":509.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":53469404856584,"sku":"1030530645","price":909.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x50g","offer_id":53469404889352,"sku":"1030530640","price":170.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/IMG_5568.jpg?v=1794373231"},{"product_id":"matcha-set-blauw","title":"MATCHA SET REGULAR -  with cobalt blue bowl (4-5 pcs)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eThis Matcha set includes everything you need to prepare a delicious Matcha tea shot: a cobalt blue Matcha bowl, bamboo whisk, bamboo spoon, and - most importantly - your choice of Organic Matcha Grade A (50g) or Matcha Premium B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"391\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith 50 grams of Matcha, you can make approximately 50 Matcha tea shots when using 1 gram per serving. For a Matcha latte, you can use around 2 grams per latte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowl dimensions: 12 cm x 7,0 cm (widht x height)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003cbr\u003eColor: Cobalt blue\u003cbr\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/matcha\/\"\u003eMatcha\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Premium \/ 100g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794226440,"sku":"103053067564","price":77.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 100g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794259208,"sku":"103053067564","price":85.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 50g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794291976,"sku":"103053067564","price":60.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 50g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794324744,"sku":"103053067564","price":68.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 50g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794357512,"sku":"103053067564","price":73.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 50g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794390280,"sku":"103053067564","price":65.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 100g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794423048,"sku":"103053067564","price":96.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 100g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997794455816,"sku":"103053067564","price":88.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/matcha-set-blue-scaled-e1744745145344.webp?v=1774604490"},{"product_id":"hoogwaardige-kwaliteit-matcha","title":"MATCHA SET BLACK JAPAN - with metallic black bowl (4 or 5 pcs)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eThis Matcha set includes everything you need to prepare a delicious Matcha tea shot: a metallic black Matcha bowl, bamboo whisk, bamboo spoon, whisk holder, and - most importantly - your choice of Organic Matcha Grade A or Matcha Premium B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eWith 50 grams of Matcha, you can make approximately 50 cups or tea shots of Matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/matcha\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #aac400;\"\u003eMatcha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowl dimensions: 11 cm x 7,5 cm (widht x height)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003cbr\u003eColor: Black\u003cbr\u003eCleaning: dishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 50g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796028680,"sku":"10305304576","price":79.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 100g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796061448,"sku":"10305304576","price":102.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 50g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796094216,"sku":"10305304576","price":75.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 100g \/ Excl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796126984,"sku":"10305304576","price":92.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 50g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796159752,"sku":"10305304576","price":87.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceremonial \/ 100g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796192520,"sku":"10305304576","price":110.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 50g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796225288,"sku":"10305304576","price":83.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium \/ 100g \/ Incl. whiskholder","offer_id":54997796258056,"sku":"10305304576","price":100.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/D996DE49-9F82-429C-8952-FC1AF98556FB.jpg?v=1794373231"},{"product_id":"bio-matcha-classic-c","title":"ORGANIC MATCHA CLASSIC C - Cooking","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOrganic Matcha Culinary Grade\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eorganic matcha culinary grade\u003c\/strong\u003e is a shade grown green tea made of finely ground tea leaves from the third harvest of the year in Japan, Kagoshima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a matter of fact, this green tea powder is very high in antioxidants, like EGCg \u0026amp; vitamin C. This quality is made for cooking \u0026amp; baking and tastes grassy and bitter. Possibilities with this cooking grade Matcha: Add it to a smoothie, yogurt, ice cream or other dessert or bake a delicious Matcha cake with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, this green tea powder is is extremely high in antioxidants and vitamins, like catechins (EGCg) and vitamine C. Actually you are consuming the entire tea leaf. No other natural product contains more antioxidants than Matcha, so it is a real superfood! \u003cem\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/nieuws\/blog-43-a-review-on-the-health-benefits-of-matcha-how-can-catechins-in-matcha-benefit-your-health\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e more about the health benefits of Matcha!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDifferent matcha qualities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a matter of fact Hug the Tea has three different grades of Matcha from Kagoshima, Japan. Grade A, B and C. Firstly, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/matcha-thee-kopen?variant=53469404692744\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha A\u003c\/a\u003e is the highest quality Matcha, made from the first flush tea leaves. Secondly, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/matcha-latte?variant=54997801500936\"\u003ePremium Matcha B \u003c\/a\u003eis strong in taste and really nice for Matcha Lattes (green cappuccino!) Matcha B is also really good to add in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/recipes\"\u003eother recipes.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/bio-matcha-classic-c?variant=54997797994760\"\u003eClassic Matcha C\u003c\/a\u003e is made out of the third flush (autumn harvest) tea leaves. Given thata this quality is most appropriate for baking and cooking since this grade C is lower in quality (not suitable for drinking) and more bitter and stronger in taste. Perfectly for baking a delicious \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/recept-matcha-yoghurt-cake-met-granola-topping-blauwe-bessen\"\u003eMatcha blueberry yoghurt cake!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics Classic Matcha Cooking Grade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: third flush – Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate: Organic certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: light green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste: strong, grassy, bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e more about the different grades of Matcha!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBBD: 1 year\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":54997797994760,"sku":"Matchaclassic50","price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":54997798027528,"sku":"Matchaclassic100","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":54997798060296,"sku":"Matchaclassic250","price":63.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":54997798093064,"sku":"Matchaclassic500","price":126.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":54997798125832,"sku":"Matchaclassic1000","price":200.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/HUGTHETEA-44-e1658331952275-jpg.webp?v=1774604496"},{"product_id":"kyusu","title":"Kyusu White\/Brown by HUG THE TEA","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKyusu White\/Brown by HUG THE TEA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThis kyusu is from the collection of HUG THE TEA. The teaware is made in Japan.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Japanese teapot with teafilter specially made for brewing green loose tea. The kyusu is made of high quality porcelain and has matching \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/theekopjes-en-schotels-bruin-leather-look-by-hug-the-tea\/\"\u003ebrown teacups and saucers\u003c\/a\u003e in Japanese style and format. A beautiful tea set for your loose green tea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Ivory white with brown leather look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents : 0,5 L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997801107720,"sku":null,"price":79.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/Hugthetea-16-scaled-e1734000613557_02ca97df-67a3-4a8e-af31-1e758b563b64.webp?v=1774604508"},{"product_id":"matcha-latte","title":"ORGANIC MATCHA PREMIUM B - Blending","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePremium Matcha tea powder - Blending grade - Matcha Latte\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatcha tea powder.\u003c\/strong\u003e This Premium Matcha - Blending grade (grade B) is a shade grown green tea made of finely ground tea leaves from the second harvest of the year in Japan. Also this green tea powder is very high in antioxidants, like EGCg \u0026amp; vitamin C. After all, this quality is perfect for Matcha lattes and smoothies (blending grade) and tastes grassy, full-bodied and strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necessities to make Matcha are: a bamboo whisk, a bamboo spoon, a bowl (= \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/compleet-matcha-set\"\u003eMatcha set\u003c\/a\u003e) 70-80 Celsius degrees water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make a \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/recipe-iced-rose-matcha-latte\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMatcha Latte\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut 2 bamboo spoon (= 2 gram) of Matcha in a bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 table spoon of water and make a smooth paste with the bamboo whisk \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 50 ml of 75-80 degrees Celcius water to the bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk it up for 20 sec. in a fast W-movement to get foam on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cspan title=\"\"\u003eapprox.\u003c\/span\u003e 150 ml frothed milk and enjoy your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/recipes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMatcha Latte!\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCharacteristics Premium Matcha tea powder\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: 2nd flush - summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate: organic certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste: grassy, strong, full-bodied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBD: 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis green tea powder is is extremely high in antioxidants and vitamins, like catechins (EGCg) and vitamine C, because you are actually consuming the entire tea leaf. No other natural product contains more antioxidants than Matcha, so it is a real superfood! Read \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/nieuws\/blog-43-a-review-on-the-health-benefits-of-matcha-how-can-catechins-in-matcha-benefit-your-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003emore about the health benefits of Matcha!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-47794\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/matcha-kwaliteiten-hug-the-tea.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"388\" height=\"311\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDifferent grades of matcha tea powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHug the Tea offers three different grades of Matcha from Kagoshima, Japan. Grade A, B and C. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/matcha-thee-kopen?variant=53469404692744\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCeremonial Matcha A\u003c\/a\u003e is made of first flush leaves, so this is the highest quality Matcha. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/matcha-latte?variant=54997801500936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePremium Matcha B \u003c\/a\u003eis strong in taste and perfect for making iced and hot Matcha Lattes. For example with soymilk or almondmilk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides, Matcha B is also good to drink pure and to add in\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/blogs\/recipes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e other recipes\u003c\/a\u003e. This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/bio-matcha-classic-c?variant=54997797994760\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eClassic Matcha C\u003c\/a\u003e is made of the third flush (autumn harvest) tea leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, for cooking and baking this quality is most appropriate, because this grade C is lower in quality (less tasty for drinking) and more bitter and stronger in taste. Perfect for baking a delicious Matcha cake! \u003cem\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003emore about the different grades of Matcha!\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":54997801500936,"sku":"10030","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":54997801533704,"sku":"10031","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":54997801566472,"sku":"10032","price":110.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":54997801599240,"sku":"10033","price":219.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":54997801632008,"sku":"10034","price":424.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":54997801664776,"sku":"10034","price":764.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x50g","offer_id":54997801697544,"sku":"10030","price":141.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/HUGTHETEA-46-e1658332116943-jpg.webp?v=1774604526"},{"product_id":"matcha-set-klein","title":"MATCHA SET WHITE JAPAN - with white bowl (4 or 5 pcs)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eThis Matcha tea set includes everything you need to prepare a delicious Matcha tea shot at home. 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The porcelain teaware is made in Japan. A beautiful teaset for loose tea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu is from the collection of HUG THE TEA. The teaware is made in Japan . It is a Japanese teapot with teafilter specially made for brewing green loose tea. The kyusu is made of high quality porcelain and has matching \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/theekopjes-en-schotels-bruin-leather-look-by-hug-the-tea\/\"\u003ebrown teacups and saucers\u003c\/a\u003e in Japanese style and format. A beautiful tea set for your loose green tea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Ivory white with brown leather look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent pot : 0,5 L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent cup: 200 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997806743816,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/Hugthetea-16-scaled-e1734000613557_3d259b6d-2ab9-4df4-86ca-28839bdf94b6.webp?v=1774604552"},{"product_id":"theeset-zwart-kyusu-2-kopjes","title":"Japanese Teaset black | Kyusu \u0026 2 cups","description":"\u003ch4\u003eJapanese teaset black porcelain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese teaset contains a black-colored kyusu with stainless steel filter and two teacups. 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Made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Porcelain (matt) \u0026amp; stainless steel filter\u003cbr\u003eColor: Black\u003cbr\u003eContent teapot : 200 ml\u003cbr\u003eContent teacup: 100 ml\u003cbr\u003eCleaning: Dishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997808578824,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/Japanese-Teaset-black-Kyusu-scaled-e1668176165798.webp?v=1774604558"},{"product_id":"matcha-set-met-zeegroene-kom-4-delig","title":"MATCHA SET REGULAR -  with sea green bowl (4 or 5 pcs)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Matcha set has everything you need to make a delicious Matcha teashot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) a ocean green bowl, (2) bamboo whisk, (3) bamboo spoon and most important: (4) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/en\/product\/matcha-thee-kopen\/\"\u003eOrganic Matcha grade A (50g)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/en\/product\/matcha-latte\/\"\u003eMatcha Premium B\u003c\/a\u003e. + (5) possibly a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-whisk-houder-zwart-grote-klopper\/\"\u003ewhisk holder\u003c\/a\u003e. 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This small city is located between Kyoto and Nara, two of Japan's most famous historical and cultural centers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\"\u003eUji is known for its tea and matcha production. The founders of the Japanese empire also drank tea from Uji. The quality of the tea leaves is due to the climate and geographical location of Uji, which has hot sunny summers and really cold winters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides, this Organic Uji Matcha is a \u003cem\u003eone of a kind \u003c\/em\u003e and a real addition to Hug the Tea's collection. Moreover, the colour is so green and the quality is surprisingly subtle and fresh. 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One of them will be a special autumn-inspired creation, with pumpkin spice etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for a lovely Japanese-inspired evening with Izumi from Mochi AN and learn how to make your own homemade Daifuku Mochi!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will start the evening with a matcha demonstration by Hug the Tea. Throughout the workshop, we will also serve a selection of delicious Japanese teas for you to enjoy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext, Izumi from Mochi AN will introduce you to the art of making traditional Japanese Daifuku Mochi. She will explain and demonstrate the process step by step, after which it is your turn to create your own four beautifully crafted mochi, each with its own unique flavour and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of the workshop, your homemade Daifuku Mochi will be carefully packed in a box for you to take home and enjoy. They are best consumed within 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely experience to share with friends, discover something new and enjoy a little taste of Japan!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will not be making Anko (sweet red bean paste) during the workshop. Our homemade Anko will be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend bringing an apron to protect your clothes from the mochi flour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTicket price:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e €75 per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thursday, 10 December 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7:30 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hug the Tea bar, Papestraat 13, The Hague, The Netherlands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A matcha demonstration by Hug the Tea, Japanese teas throughout the workshop, a hands-on Daifuku Mochi workshop with Izumi and four homemade mochi to take home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMin. \u0026amp; Max. number of participants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10-14 people\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e English (Dutch and Japanese are also possible)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe look forward to welcoming you for a lovely Japanese-inspired evening!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLove,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIzumi (Mochi AN)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClaire \u0026amp; Lisa (Hug the Tea)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note – Cancellation Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTickets cannot be cancelled or refunded within 7 days before the workshop date, as we need to arrange ingredients and prepare everything in advance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997816967432,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/8716EBDD-09B6-40B6-9B74-B11103524375.jpg?v=1794399246"},{"product_id":"uji-matcha-okumidori-gold","title":"ORGANIC UJI MATCHA OKUMIDORI GOLD - 30g","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUji Matcha Okumidori Gold - Single origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/japanse-matcha-thee-kopen\/products\/uji-matcha-okumidori-gold\"\u003eUji Matcha Okumidori gold\u003c\/a\u003e - single origin. \u003c\/strong\u003eAt Hug the Tea, this is our number one matcha. An exceptional matcha sourced from an organic tea farm in Uji, Kyoto. Made from a single, rare cultivar, Okumidori, this matcha reflects over 350 years of craftsmanship, passed down through generations dedicated to producing the finest quality tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique cultivar, combined with a slow traditional stone-grinding process, results in an intensely vibrant green color and a beautifully refined texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matcha is packaged in a sealed golden tea tin of 30g, enough to prepare approximately 60 cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics Uji Matcha gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Okumidori (single cultivar \u0026amp; single origin)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e grassy, creamy, umami, smooth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade-grown tea leaves, slowly stone-ground (approx. 800g per 24 hours)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-May, first flush, single origin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan – the main production area for Uji tea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place to preserve quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Make Uji Matcha Gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare matcha, you will need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/matcha-thee-bestellen\/products\/matcha-whisk\"\u003ebamboo whisk\u003c\/a\u003e (chasen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA bamboo scoop (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/matcha-thee-bestellen\/products\/matcha-bamboe-lepel\"\u003echashaku\u003c\/a\u003e) or\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/matcha-thee-bestellen\/products\/matcha-measuring-spoon-1-gram\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ea hug the tea spoon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA bowl (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/collections\/chawans\"\u003echawan\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater at 70–80°C (158–176°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 bamboo scoop (approx. 0.5-1 g) of matcha to a bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 tablespoon of water and whisk into a smooth paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour in 60 ml of water (75–80°C \/ 167–176°F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk for 10–15 seconds using a quick W-motion until a light foam forms on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy your perfectly prepared matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997817000200,"sku":null,"price":99.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/Uji_matcha_gold.jpg?v=1781610205"},{"product_id":"uchiwa-red-fuji","title":"Uchiwa - Japanese fan","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis handmade Uchiwa is a traditional Japanese fan, used to create a gentle breeze and keep cool during warm weather. Uchiwa fans are part of Japan’s seasonal traditions and are often given as gifts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally made from large leaves and animal hair, Uchiwa fans have evolved over time and are now traditionally crafted from bamboo and Japanese paper. Besides their practical use, they are also cherished for their decorative designs and cultural significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover our collection of more than 20 different designs, available in-store and online.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 33.5 × 25 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bamboo and Japanese paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wrapped in a Japanese paper sleeve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Red fuji","offer_id":59180138201352,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"White Round","offer_id":59180138234120,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown big","offer_id":59180138266888,"sku":null,"price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"White long","offer_id":59180227920136,"sku":null,"price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"White long + red corners","offer_id":59180227952904,"sku":null,"price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow \/ White","offer_id":59180227985672,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue \/ White","offer_id":59180228018440,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ White","offer_id":59180228051208,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green dots","offer_id":59180228083976,"sku":null,"price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":59180228116744,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/HUGTHETEA-66-Uchiwa-fan-scaled-e1702478501872.webp?v=1774604634"},{"product_id":"uji-gold-matcha-white","title":"UJI MATCHA SET GOLD – with handmade white bowl (4-pcs)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUji Matcha Set Okumidori Gold - white bowl\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHug the Tea now also has luxury Uji matcha sets with Uji matcha: Okumidori Gold. Generations have been working on this excellent matcha in Uji for more than 350 years. The cultivar is very rare and unique in Japan: 'the green gold'!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set also includes a beautiful handmade matcha bowl. Available in white and black. A luxurious matcha set to give as a gift to someone else or yourself. You can also use the unique handmade bowl for other purposes, such as starters, soup, snacks, smoothie bowls\/yogurt or decoration. Incl. bamboo whisk and spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Uji matcha packaging is a sealed golden tea tin of 30g, which is enough for 60 cups of matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivar: OKUMIDORI (single cultivar and origin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste: grassy, creamy, umami, soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Tea leaves are grown under Shade Room, ground \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003every slowly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in a stone mill; about 800g per 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: middle of May, first flush, single origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Wazuka town, Kyoto prefecture, Japan. This area is main production area for Uji tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom organic origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease stock at cool condition and dry condition, it is important to avoid quality reduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO MAKE MATCHA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make matcha you need these necessities: (1) a bamboo \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-whisk\/\"\u003ewhisk\u003c\/a\u003e (chasen), (2) a bamboo \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-bamboe-lepel\/\"\u003espoon\u003c\/a\u003e, (3) a bowl (= \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/matcha-sets\/\"\u003eMatcha set\u003c\/a\u003e) 70-80 Celsius degrees water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut 1 bamboo spoon (1\/2 gram) of Matcha in a bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 table spoon of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha a smooth paste with the bamboo whisk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 60 ml of 75-80 degrees Celcius water to the bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk it up for 10-15 sec. in a fast W-movement to get foam on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997817852168,"sku":null,"price":220.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/matcha-set-white-uji-gold-scaled-e1744744227682.webp?v=1774604644"},{"product_id":"uji-matcha-set-black-bowl","title":"UJI MATCHA SET – with handmade black bowl (4-pcs)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHug the Tea now also has luxury Uji matcha sets with Uji matcha: Okumidori. Generations have been working on this excellent matcha in Uji for more than 350 years. The cultivar is very rare and unique in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eThis set also includes a bamboo whisk, spoon and beautiful handmade matcha bowl. Available in white and black. A luxurious matcha set to give as a gift to someone else or yourself. You can also use the unique handmade bowl for other purposes, such as starters, soup, snacks, smoothie bowls\/yogurt or decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eThe Uji matcha packaging is a sealed silver tea tin of 30g, which is enough for 30 cups of matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"998\"\u003eCultivar: OKUMIDORI, single origin\u003cbr data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eTaste: grassy, creamy, umami\u003cbr data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eProcess: Tea leaves are grown under shade screens, ground is by ceramic ball mill (10 kg in 1 hour)\u003cbr data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eHarvest: middle of May, first flush\u003cbr data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eRegion: Wazuka town, Kyoto prefecture, Japan. This area is main production area (70%) for Uji tea.\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eFrom organic origin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO MAKE MATCHA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eTo make matcha you need these necessities: (1) a bamboo whisk (chasen), (2) a bamboo spoon, (3) a bowl (= Matcha set) 70–80 degrees Celsius water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1418\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePut 1 bamboo spoon (1\/2 gram) of Matcha in a bowl\u003cbr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eAdd 1 table spoon of water\u003cbr data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eMatcha a smooth paste with the bamboo whisk\u003cbr data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eAdd 60 ml of 75–80 degrees Celsius water to the bowl\u003cbr data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eWhisk it up for 10–15 sec. in a fast W-movement to get foam on top.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997817950472,"sku":null,"price":170.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/matcha-set-uji-black-silver-scaled-e1744744839266_5c9b86d0-c5e6-4a8c-ae70-1e66a9fb8dd6.webp?v=1774604649"},{"product_id":"uji-matcha-set-silver-green","title":"Uji Matcha Set – with handmade green bowl (4-pcs)","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1lgxkxn\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eUji Matcha Set Okumidori – Green Bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eDiscover our luxury Uji Matcha Set featuring the rare Okumidori cultivar, also known as “green gold”. Grown in Uji, Japan, this exceptional matcha is the result of over 350 years of tea craftsmanship and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eThe set includes a 30 g tin of premium Uji matcha (approx. 30 cups), a handmade matcha bowl from Uji, Japan, a bamboo whisk, and a bamboo spoon. A perfect gift or a beautiful addition to your daily matcha ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e grassy, creamy, umami\u003cbr data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Okumidori (single origin)\u003cbr data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uji, Kyoto – Japan (organic)\u003cbr data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e first flush, mid-May\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e shade-grown tea leaves, slowly stone-ground using a ceramic ball mill (approx. 10 kg per hour)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1y09j6m\" data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eHow to prepare matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"986\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ct2xpq\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eAdd ½ g (1 bamboo spoon) matcha to a bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gs0cyj\" data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eAdd 1 tbsp of water and mix into a smooth paste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oaqrs0\" data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eAdd 60 ml water (75–80 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dc0906\" data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"986\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-whisk\/\"\u003eWhisk\u003c\/a\u003e 10–15 seconds in fast W-shaped movements until frothy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997822341384,"sku":null,"price":170.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/matcha-set-uji-silver-green-scaled-e1744744437196.webp?v=1774604683"},{"product_id":"matcha-kit-pink","title":"Matcha starterskit - with pink bowl (excl. matcha)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMATCHA STARTERSKIT - pink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Matcha starterskit includes all the tools you need to make your Matcha teashot: a pink Matcha bowl, bamboo whisk, white holder and bamboo spoon in a box. Besides the Matcha kit we do have a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-set-witte-kom\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #aac400;\"\u003eMatcha set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e including a bag of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-%e6%8a%b9%e8%8c%b6\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #aac400;\"\u003eMatcha (50g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. With 50 grams of Matcha, you can make around 50 cups of Matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hugthetea.com\/matcha\/\"\u003emore\u003c\/a\u003e about Matcha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowl dimensions: 11 cm x 7,5 cm (widht x height)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003cbr\u003eColor: Light pink\u003cbr\u003eCleaning: NOT dishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997824274696,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/IMG_5567.jpg?v=1794373231"},{"product_id":"wazuka-uji-matcha-box","title":"LIMITED EDITION: WAZUKA UJI MATCHA BOX - set of 2","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"323\"\u003eExperience the true essence of Japanese Matcha with this premium gift box set, sourced directly from Wazuka, Kyoto – the heart of the Uji region.\u003cbr data-end=\"466\" data-start=\"463\"\u003eThis Matcha is produced on a historic farm where artisans have been perfecting the art of Matcha for over 300 years. Claire \u0026amp; Lisa visited the farm and were truly impressed by the Matcha paradise they discovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"633\" data-start=\"584\"\u003eWhat's the Difference Between Gold \u0026amp; Silver?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"656\" data-start=\"635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"654\" data-start=\"635\"\u003eUji Matcha Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"657\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"659\"\u003eGround by traditional stone mill: only 800g per 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"719\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"721\"\u003eCarefully hand-processed to remove leaf veins from the Tencha leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"795\"\u003eRemoving the veins results in a 10–15% loss, but it’s essential: stone grinding is a delicate process that requires pure leaf material for a smooth, refined Matcha powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"970\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"991\" data-start=\"970\"\u003eUji Matcha Silver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1126\" data-start=\"994\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"994\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"996\"\u003eMilled by modern ball mill: 1 kg per hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1126\" data-start=\"1041\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1126\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003eAlso made from premium Tencha leaves, but processed with a more efficient method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1276\" data-start=\"1128\"\u003eBoth Matcha types are made from high-quality leaves, but the difference lies in the processing method and the refinement level of the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1307\" data-start=\"1278\"\u003eAvailable in 3 Variants:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2705\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eA - 2x Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2705\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eB - 2x Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2705\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eC - 1x Silver \u0026amp; 1 x Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1624\" data-start=\"1359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1359\"\u003eBest Before Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two years, if stored in a cool, dry place (preferably in the refrigerator). Avoid heat and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"217\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"228\" data-start=\"217\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr data-end=\"263\" data-start=\"260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"263\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e First flush (Ichibancha), mid-May\u003cbr data-end=\"312\" data-start=\"309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"325\" data-start=\"312\"\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Okumidori – \u003cem data-end=\"370\" data-start=\"338\"\u003esingle origin, single cultivar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"373\" data-start=\"370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"385\" data-start=\"373\"\u003eFarming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"423\" data-start=\"405\"\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"426\" data-start=\"423\"\u003eCreamy and smooth with a distinct \u003cstrong data-end=\"469\" data-start=\"460\"\u003eumami\u003c\/strong\u003e character.\u003cbr data-end=\"483\" data-start=\"480\"\u003ePure and refined flavor, low in bitterness.\u003cbr data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"526\"\u003eAn elegant tea with depth, perfect for those who appreciate a delicate and balanced cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"217\" data-start=\"188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"217\" data-start=\"192\"\u003eHow to Prepare Matcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"411\" data-start=\"219\"\u003eTo prepare matcha properly, you’ll need:\u003cbr data-end=\"262\" data-start=\"259\"\u003e(1) a bamboo whisk (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-whisk-takayama-bamboe-klopper-chasen\/\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"290\" data-start=\"282\"\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e),\u003cbr data-end=\"295\" data-start=\"292\"\u003e(2) a bamboo scoop (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/matcha-bamboe-lepel\/\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"325\" data-start=\"315\"\u003echashaku\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e),\u003cbr data-end=\"330\" data-start=\"327\"\u003e(3) a matcha bowl (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/chawan-gallery\/\"\u003e\u003cem data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"357\" data-start=\"349\"\u003echawan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e),\u003cbr data-end=\"362\" data-start=\"359\"\u003eand approximately 60 ml of water at 80°C (176°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"441\" data-start=\"413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"441\" data-start=\"413\"\u003eFollow these five steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"443\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"560\" data-start=\"443\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"560\" data-start=\"446\"\u003eAdd one scoop (using the bamboo scoop = approx. ½ teaspoon or 1 gram) of Ceremonial Matcha into your bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"616\" data-start=\"562\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"616\" data-start=\"565\"\u003eAdd one tablespoon of warm water (not boiling).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"708\" data-start=\"618\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"708\" data-start=\"621\"\u003eUse the bamboo whisk to mix it into a smooth paste, making sure there are no lumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"713\"\u003eAdd 50 ml of water at 80°C to the paste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"759\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"762\"\u003eFinally, whisk briskly in a W-shaped motion for about 10–15 seconds, until a creamy, vibrant green foam appears on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"A - gold \u0026 gold","offer_id":54997826928904,"sku":null,"price":202.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"B - silver \u0026 silver","offer_id":54997826961672,"sku":null,"price":109.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"C - silver \u0026 gold","offer_id":54997826994440,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/UJI-box-2-scaled.webp?v=1774604727"},{"product_id":"stainlesssteel-tea-caddy","title":"Stainless Steel Tea Caddy","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"249\" data-start=\"198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"247\" data-start=\"198\"\u003eStainless Steel Tea Caddy – Handmade in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"462\" data-start=\"251\"\u003eBring a piece of Japanese craftsmanship into your kitchen with this stainless steel tea caddy, handmade by Kobo Aizawa in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture—a region renowned worldwide for its refined metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"592\" data-start=\"464\"\u003eFounded in Taisho 11, Kobo Aizawa is known for functional, durable, and timeless kitchenware. This caddy is a perfect example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"884\" data-start=\"594\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"706\" data-start=\"594\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"706\" data-start=\"596\"\u003eSeamlessly pressed from a single piece of stainless steel, ensuring hygienic use and long-lasting durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"707\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"709\"\u003eHammered finish giving each caddy a unique texture and shine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"774\"\u003eInner lid that seals tightly, preserving aromas perfectly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"884\" data-start=\"834\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"884\" data-start=\"836\"\u003eVersatile—ideal for matcha powder or loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"901\" data-start=\"886\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø 7.5 cm × H 10.6 cm – perfect for 100g\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/product\/bio-gyokuro\/\"\u003e loose teas\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hugthetea.com\/matcha-thee\/\"\u003ematcha powder.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1167\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003eAlso available in our store in The Hague:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papestraat 13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hug the Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54997827059976,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/files\/stainless-steel-tea-caddy-japan-hug-the-tea-scaled.webp?v=1774604727"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/4349\/0312\/collections\/library-15C70B1F-5E8C-4338-B35A-E13FCDA42050-L0-001.jpg?v=1794374534","url":"https:\/\/hugthetea.de\/en\/collections\/gift-guide.oembed","provider":"Hug the Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}