🍵💜 Matcha or Ube: which drink is right for you?
Matcha is everywhere.
Ube is arriving in force.
Two trendy drinks, two worlds, two iconic colors... but which one is really right for you?
If you're hesitating between an intense green matcha latte and an ultra-indulgent purple ube latte , this article is for you.
We compare taste, texture, uses, sensations - without overthinking it - to help you choose (or to love both 💜).
🌿 Matcha: intense, vegetal and energizing
Matcha is a Japanese green tea powder , known for its strong taste and natural caffeine.
🍵 Matcha profile
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Taste: vegetal, herbaceous, sometimes bitter
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Texture: dense, mousse-like
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Color: intense green
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Sensation: stimulating, focusing
👉 Matcha is especially popular with those who like bold flavors and the tea ritual.
💜 L'Ube: soft, creamy and comforting
Ube is a purple yam native to Southeast Asia , used in desserts and gourmet drinks.
💜 Ube Profile
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Taste: sweet, slightly vanilla, biscuity
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Texture: creamy
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Color: natural purple
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Sensation: comfort, softness
👉 Ube is perfect if you like easy-to-like , indulgent and cozy drinks.
⚖️ Matcha vs Ube: the simple comparison
| Matcha | Ube | |
|---|---|---|
| Taste | Vegetal, intense | Sweet, vanilla |
| Color | Green | Purple |
| Caffeine | Yes | No |
| Main use | Latte, tea | Latte, desserts |
| Sensation | Energy | Comfort |
| Accessibility | May be surprising | Very easy to love |
🤔 Which drink is right for you?
👉 Choose matcha if:
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You like intense flavors
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Are you looking for an invigorating drink?
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Do you like preparation rituals?
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you're already a fan of green tea
👉 Choose the UBE if:
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Do you prefer mild flavors?
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Do you like creamy drinks?
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do you want something indulgent
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You don't like bitterness
👉 And if you're hesitating...
Good news: they are complementary .
Matcha in the morning ☀️
Ube in the afternoon or evening 💜
🍰 And what about the food?
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Matcha is great for: cookies, tiramisu, cakes
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The Ube is perfect for: pancakes, waffles, cakes, frostings
If you like baking, Ube is often easier to incorporate thanks to its mild taste.
🛍️ Matcha & Ube at Keia Tea
At Keia Tea you can find:
🌿 High-quality matcha beans for creamy lattes
💜 A Ube Premium collection in 3 flavors: Plain, Strawberry, Vanilla
All our powders are:
✔ easy to prepare
✔ Perfect as a hot or iced latte
✔ also ideal for baking
👉 Discover matcha and Ube Keia Tea
❓ FAQ - Matcha or Ube
Does matcha contain caffeine?
Yes, of course.
Does Ube contain caffeine?
No, it doesn't contain any.
Which is the sweetest?
The Ube, without hesitation.
Can you drink Ube in the evening?
Yes, it's perfect in the evening.
Can one love both?
Absolutely, they are complementary.
🎉 Conclusion
Matcha or Ube?
There are no bad choices, only different desires .
If you like intensity → matcha.
If you're looking for gentleness → ube.
And if you want it all... take both 💜🌿
