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  • the drink of the summer? matcha.

    the drink of the summer? matcha.

    summer’s creeping in, the kind of days that smell like sunscreen, sound like playlists you’ve overplayed, and feel like you’re constantly chasing the next iced drink.

    and for me, that drink is matcha.

    honestly, it’s more than just a drink at this point, it’s a ritual. a personality trait. a small, green piece of peace in the chaos.

    there’s something about an iced matcha that just feels like summer, the way it clinks with ice cubes, the creamy swirl when you mix it, that earthy-sweet flavor that somehow wakes you up without making your heart race. it’s calm energy in a cup.

    and that’s kind of the thing, matcha isn’t loud. it doesn’t rush you into the day the way coffee does. it eases you in. it’s slower, softer, intentional. it’s that reminder to breathe between the busy.

    plus, it’s ridiculously aesthetic. i mean, let’s be honest, the green straw, the pastel cup, the sunlight hitting just right for a photo you probably won’t even post. it’s a vibe.

    but beyond the vibe, it’s also how it makes me feel. matcha has this way of turning ordinary moments into small acts of self-care. whether it’s sipping one on a morning walk, grabbing it after the gym, or just having it while sitting on your balcony, it’s that gentle “everything’s okay” energy we all need.

    so yes, summer might be about beaches, road trips, and sunsets, but it’s also about the little rituals that make it feel like you. and for me, that’s a cold matcha in hand, windows down, and nowhere to be in a rush.

    matcha isn’t just the drink of the summer.
    it’s the energy of it, calm, cool, and completely in the moment.

  • Matcha > My 4 cups of coffee (Yes, I said it)

    Matcha > My 4 cups of coffee (Yes, I said it)

    I never thought I’d say this… but I’ve been drinking more matcha than coffee lately. And not just in a “let’s romanticize my morning routine” kind of way, though, yes, the aesthetic does go crazy with an iced oat milk matcha in hand.

    It started because I wanted to feel less like I was spiraling through space by 11am. You know that wired-but-exhausted feeling you get after your third (okay, fourth) cup of coffee? I was tired of the crash. Tired of feeling like my brain was glitching out by mid-afternoon. So I gave matcha a real shot, and wow, life’s been kind of better since.

    Here’s why I’m fully on board the matcha train now:

    The energy hits different

    Matcha gives you this calm, focused energy that doesn’t spike or crash. Thanks to L-theanine (a fancy amino acid that promotes relaxation without making you sleepy), matcha lets you actually focus without feeling like your heart’s trying to escape your chest. It’s like coffee’s cooler, more emotionally regulated cousin.

    Antioxidants? Yes please

    Matcha is loaded with antioxidants, specifically catechins (like EGCG), which help fight inflammation, support your immune system, and do all sorts of behind-the-scenes health magic. Basically, it’s giving wellness glow-up from the inside out.

    Good for your skin + digestion

    Since switching things up, my skin’s looked a little less dull and my gut’s been happier. Matcha helps support your liver (which = detox) and your metabolism. It’s not a miracle drink, but it’s definitely giving main character energy.

    It slows me down, in the best way

    There’s something ritualistic about making matcha. The whisking, the pouring, the sipping, it’s like built-in mindfulness. And for someone who used to inhale three coffees before 9am, that pause has been everything. It’s not just about the caffeine, it’s the vibe. The moment. The breath.

    So no, I haven’t completely broken up with coffee (don’t panic, we’re just seeing other people). But I am choosing what supports me better right now, and matcha’s doing the job, with style.

    If you’ve been curious, take this as your sign. Try it iced, try it hot, try it with vanilla oat milk and a little honey. Romanticize it. Sip slow. And feel the shift.

    Matcha girl era? Activated.