Man Vs Machine - (Green Machine Matcha,30 g)

🎯 Tasting Notes & Profile

Since there is limited specific descriptive content available for Green Machine, I’ll infer its likely profile based on what the brand states + what high-quality matcha generally tastes like:

What the brand says

• It is marked as “ceremonial grade / direct trade”. MAN VERSUS MACHINE COFFEE ROASTERS

• The product is listed under their “MATCHA TODAY” line, with the name “Green Machine”. MAN VERSUS MACHINE COFFEE ROASTERS

• Because it’s at the “ceremonial” level, you can assume the flavour is intended to be good on its own (with hot water) rather than masked by additives.

Typical flavours for good matcha

From broader sources we know:

• Vegetal / grassy and steamed-green notes (fresh cut-grass, spinach leaf vibe) ArtfulTea+2Tealand+2

• Umami / savoury depth — richness, sometimes subtle sea-weed or mushroom hint, especially in high‐quality matcha. Tealand+1

• Natural sweetness — not sugar-sweet, but a mellow sweetness to balance the green/vegetal and umami. Tealand+1

• Smooth, buttery or creamy mouthfeel (especially if the powder is fine and preparation is good) Tealand

• Bitterness or astringency is possible, especially if the matcha is lower quality or preparation is off (too hot water, too much powder).

Putting it together for Green Machine

So for Green Machine you can expect something like:

• A bright green, fresh-vegetal aroma: think young spring leaves, maybe a hint of green bean or spinach leaf but fresh.

• On the palate: the vegetal green flavours (grass, leaf) are present, but since it’s ceremonial grade, you should also get umami richness — maybe a savoury edge, a bit of sea-vegetal / lightly marine note rather than heavy bitterness.

• A subtle natural sweetness especially in the mid-palate, helping to soften the green/umami edges.

• A smooth texture when made properly—if you whisk with ~70-80 °C water, sift properly, you’ll get a creamy froth.

• A clean finish; minimal harshness or lingering bitter sting (provided good quality and prep).

• If you prepare with milk (latte style) you’ll get more creaminess and sweetness but you’ll also dilute some of the vegetal/umami edge.

• ✅ Tips for Best Experience (given your trainer/barista context)

  Since you’re offering barista courses and probably working with drink presentations:

  • Water temperature: Use around ~70-80 °C (not boiling) to avoid burning the matcha and bringing out excessive bitterness.

  • Whisking: Sift the powder, use approx 1-2 g for ~60-80 ml water (or adjust for your shot size) and whisk in “M” motion until frothy.

  • Milk option: If making a matcha latte, use a quality milk (dairy or plant) warmed to ~60-65 °C (to keep matcha smooth). The Green Machine’s vegetal/umami complexity will shine through even with milk.

  • Storage: Keep the tin tightly sealed, stored in a cool, dark place; matcha oxidises quickly and freshness affects flavour.

  • Pairing / service: Serve with minimal sweet accompaniment (e.g., a small wagashi or sweet biscuit) to highlight the natural sweetness of the matcha rather than masking its character.