Unlike regular green tea, where you only drink the brewed water, consuming matcha means ingesting the entire tea leaf. ADVERTISEMENTBenefits of matcha teaAccording to Aloha , matcha contains a small amount of caffeine, about one-tenth of a cup of coffee. However, with the growing popularity of matcha, more elaborate drinks are being made using matcha powder, specifically, iced matcha lattes. Whether you prefer matcha tea in its purest form with water or in a creamy, sweet latte, its offers numerous benefits. From energy and focus to heart and immunity, matcha can be a great beverage to enjoy daily.