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The Global Matcha Research Library

641 papers, trials, theses and preprints that study matcha, gathered from PubMed, OpenAlex and Europe PMC, tagged by study type and topic, and linked back to every source. We keep abstracts and citations; the full text stays with its publisher.

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55 studies match for “phenolic content”

2023Journal articleFree to read

Catechin Composition, Phenolic Content, and Antioxidant Properties of Commercially-Available Bagged, Gunpowder, and Matcha Green Teas.

Meyer BR, White HM, McCormack JD, et al. — Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

… its health promoting properties which are attributed to high concentrations of phenolic compounds known as catechins. Green tea is available in forms such as bagged, gunpowder (rolled leaf), and matcha, a fine powder. This study evaluated …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 46×
2020Journal article

Synchronous fluorescence spectroscopy combined with chemometrics for determination of total phenolic content and antioxidant activity in different tea types.

Bilge G, Özdemir KS — Journal of the science of food and agriculture

… The aim of this study is to monitor the antioxidant activity (AA) and total phenolic content (TPC) variations of different kinds of teas depending on the infusion temperature and time by using synchronous fluorescence spectroscopy …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsAuthenticity and analytical methodsProcessing, milling and qualityCited 10×
2024Journal articleFree to read

Matcha Green Tea: Chemical Composition, Phenolic Acids, Caffeine and Fatty Acid Profile.

Kika J, Jakubczyk K, Ligenza A, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

… The aim of this study was to determine the basic nutritional and phenolic composition of dry matcha green tea powder. The fibre content was determined according to the enzymatic-gravimetric method. Crude protein was measured …

Chemical / analyticalL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applicationsCited 29×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Phytochemical Analysis on Matcha Product Content in Gorontalo City

Fitra Nur Aini Idrus, Sunarto Kadir, Moh. Rivai Nakoe — International Journal of Health Economics and Social Sciences (IJHESS)

Matcha is known to have a high content of bioactive compounds compared to regular green tea. This is because matcha is consumed in the form of a whole powder, so that all the compounds in tea leaves are also consumed. In Gorontalo City, …

Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsCognition, mood and stressProcessing, milling and quality
2020Journal articleFree to read

Comparison of phenolic content and antioxidant activity of matcha, green leaf and white leaf tea infusions

Maria Sielicka, Eylul Isik, Julia Szulc — Bulgarian Portal for Open Science

… white leaf tea and assesses the effect of water temperature on extraction of phenolic compounds. Moreover, based on the results, the contribution to daily polyphenol intake of infusions was calculated. The samples were brewed with water …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsCultivation and shadingFood products and applications
2023Journal articleFree to read

The Content of Bioactive Compounds and Technological Properties of Matcha Green Tea and Its Application in the Design of Functional Beverages.

Najman K, Sadowska A, Wolińska M, et al. — Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

… 2.5% Matcha water solutions, pH, °Brix and osmolality were tested. Also, the content of phenolic ingredients, i.e., selected phenolic acids, flavonoids and total polyphenols, was assessed. The content of chlorophyll, vitamin C and …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 31×
2021Journal article

Effects of edible coatings containing acai powder and matcha extracts on shelf life and quality parameters of cooked meatballs.

Şen DB, Kılıç B — Meat science

… The antioxidant analysis of the extracts demonstrated that ME had higher total phenolic content and antioxidant capacity than AE (P < 0.05). Results indicated that WPC containing ME delayed lipid oxidation in meatballs during both …

Observational (human)Metabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 33×
2020Journal article

Matcha Tea: Analysis of Nutritional Composition, Phenolics and Antioxidant Activity.

Koláčková T, Kolofiková K, Sytařová I, et al. — Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands)

… for its chemical composition, fibre, vitamin C, caffeine and chlorophyll contents. Flavonoids and phenolics, phenolic profiles and antioxidant activity both in water and methanol solutions were determined. In vitro digestibility was …

In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineGut and microbiomeCited 79×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Polyphenolic profiles, antioxidant capacity, and antibacterial activity of green tea, matcha tea, black tea, and yerba mate extracts

Kadrin Meremäe, Piret Raudsepp, Linda Rusalepp, et al. — Applied Food Research

… compounds with potential health benefits. This study investigated the polyphenolic profiles, total antioxidant capacity (TAC), and antibacterial activity of aqueous and 30% ethanolic extracts prepared from commercially available …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityAuthenticity and analytical methodsCited 17×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Sensory and nutritional properties of matcha infusions enriched with Qassim blackberries: effects of thermal processing on phenolic profile, color, and antioxidant activity

Nourh A. M. Aleid, Rehab F. M. Ali, Raghad M. Alhomaid, et al. — International Journal of Food Science & Technology

… phytochemical composition, while blackberries are abundant in anthocyanins and phenolic compounds. This study evaluated the sensory properties, phenolic profile, colour dynamics, and antioxidant potential of pure matcha (MT) and a matcha …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensory
2021Journal articleFree to read

Nutritional Composition, In Vitro Antioxidant Activity and Phenolic Profile of Shortcrust Cookies Supplemented by Edible Flowers.

Šťastná K, Sumczynski D, Yalcin E — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

In this study, the changes in nutritional composition, phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity in free and bound fractions of shortcrust cookies were investigated. By incorporating ingredients such as kamut, matcha tea, dried mango and …

In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsFood products and applicationsMetabolism and weightCited 12×
2019Journal articleFree to read

Review of the Role of Fluid Dairy in Delivery of Polyphenolic Compounds in the Diet: Chocolate Milk, Coffee Beverages, Matcha Green Tea, and Beyond.

Bhagat AR, Delgado AM, Issaoui M, et al. — Journal of AOAC International

… However, milk is considered an ideal platform for the delivery of active polyphenolic compounds in green tea. Furthermore, the antioxidant enzymatic activity and antioxidant index of polyphenols in green tea have been known to be …

ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 45×
2023Journal articleFree to read

Effect shading intensity on color, chemical composition, and sensory evaluation of green tea (Camelia sinensis var Assamica)

Manikharda Manikharda, Veny Elfionna Shofi, Benedicta Khrisnarestri Betari, et al. — Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural Sciences

… a darker color in terms of lightness (from 61.43 to 53.64), lower moisture content (from 9.26% to 8.64%), and solubility index (from 17.10% to 15.37%) in 0% and 90% shading respectively. At the same time, the protein content of the …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityCited 18×
2026Journal article

Anxiolytic-like effects using adult zebrafish, bioaccessibility and phenolic profile of matcha and sugarcane beverages.

Tavares TRP, De Menezes FL, De Brito Araújo AJ, et al. — Nutritional neuroscience

… and toxicological analyses, as well as the in vitro bioactivity and total phenolic content TPC. Initially, three beverage bases with matcha and sugarcane juice were tested. Based on the positive anxiolytic-like effects, the …

Animal studyCognition, mood and stressSkin, oral and dentalFood products and applications
2025Journal articleFree to read

Comparison of culinary and ceremonial matcha green teas: relationship between phytochemical composition and antioxidant properties

Haley M. White, Bailey R. Meyer, Jared D. McCormack, et al. — Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization

… compared to other types of green tea, so this study evaluated the total phenolic and flavonoid contents, catechin composition, total chlorophyll levels, caffeine concentrations, and antioxidant properties of hot water extracts …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 3×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Honey-Propolis-Enriched Pectin Films for Active Packaging of Soluble Coffee and Matcha Powders.

Pauliuc D, Dranca F, Spinei M, et al. — Gels (Basel, Switzerland)

… analysis. Increasing propolis concentrations led to higher total phenolic content and significantly improved antioxidant activity, with the 0.3% formulation exhibiting the most pronounced effect. Application tests …

Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applications
2021Journal articleFree to read

Optimized green extraction conditions of matcha green tea (Camellia sinensis) using central composite design for maximal polyphenol and antioxidant contents

Nor Hafiza Sayuti, Ammar Akram Kamarudin, Norazalina Saad, et al. — BioResources

… methodology (RSM) was employed to optimize the extraction conditions of phenolic and antioxidant compounds from matcha green tea (Camellia sinensis) using central composite design (CCD). The desirability function was used to find …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsAuthenticity and analytical methodsCited 22×
2021Journal articleFree to read

Pengaruh Tingkat Ketuaan Daun Terhadap Karakteristik Teh Herbal Matcha Tenggulun (Protium javanicum Burm.F.)

Hasbi Rohiqi, Ni Luh Ari Yusasrini, Gak Diah Puspawati — Jurnal Ilmu dan Teknologi Pangan (ITEPA)

… old and old leaves. The parameters observed in this study included moisture content, ash content, crude fiber content, tannin content, total phenol, total flavonoids, antioxidant activity, color and sensory evaluation which included …

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 6×
2021Journal articleFree to read

Pengaruh Suhu dan Lama Pengeringan Terhadap Karakteristik Teh Herbal Matcha Daun Tenggulun (Protium javanicum Burm.F.)

Yohanna Mei Sarah Purba, Ni Luh Ari Yusasrini, Komang Ayu Nocianitri — Jurnal Ilmu dan Teknologi Pangan (ITEPA)

… obtained 18 trial units. The parameters observed in this research were : water content, the total amount of flavonoid, fenol, and tannin, antioxidants activity based on IC50, The result of this research showed that temperature and drying …

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 3×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Fusion of white compound chocolates with instant coffee or matcha-tea: Physical and chemical qualities

Dimas Rahadian Aji Muhammad, Agra Mahatma Awahita, Dian Rachmawanti Affandi, et al. — IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science

… compound chocolate, which lacks cocoa mass, typically contains low levels of phenolic compounds and exhibits limited antioxidant activity. This study aims to investigate the effect of instant coffee and matcha tea on the characteristics …

Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsFood products and applicationsProcessing, milling and quality
2025Journal articleFree to read

Pengaruh Penambahan Serbuk Daun Stevia Sebagai Pengganti Gula Terhadap Sifat Kimia dan Organoleptik Minuman Fungsional Matcha

Putri Amalia Adiyati Husnul, Putri Amalia Adiyati Husnul, Dody Handito, et al. — Jurnal Edukasi Pangan

This research aims to analyze the effect of adding stevia leaf powder as a sugar substitute on the chemical and organoleptic properties of functional drinks matcha. The experimental design used was a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with…

Randomized controlled trialAroma, flavor and sensoryFood products and applicationsProcessing, milling and quality
2025Journal articleFree to read

TÜRKİYE VE JAPONYA MENŞELİ MATCHA TOZLARININ FİZİKOKİMYASAL VE DUYUSAL ÖZELLİKLERİNİN KARŞILAŞTIRILMASI

Melike Nur Tosun, Fatma Korkmaz — GIDA / THE JOURNAL OF FOOD

Bu çalışmada Türkiye (TM1–TM5) ve Japonya (JM) menşeli matcha tozlarının fizikokimyasal ve duyusal özellikleri karşılaştırılmıştır. Suda çözünürlük indeksi Türkiye menşeli matcha tozlarında %30.24–35.76 arasında değişirken, Japonya menşeli…

Other / not statedAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 1×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Enhancing tea brewing with ultrasound: effects of temperature on antioxidant and antibacterial activities

Ayşenur Acar, Vildan Eyiz — Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization

… (FRAP), and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assays, along with total phenolic content (TPC) and total flavonoid content (TFC). Results showed that antioxidant activity and bioactive compound levels varied significantly with tea …

Other / not statedAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunity
2022Journal articleFree to read

The Effect of In Vitro Digestion on Matcha Tea (Camellia sinensis) Active Components and Antioxidant Activity.

Koláčková T, Sumczynski D, Minařík A, et al. — Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)

… the effects of in vitro digestion on the antioxidant activity and release of phenolics, xanthine alkaloids, and L-theanine contents of matcha. It establishes digestibility values between 61.2-65.8%. Considering native matcha, the rutin …

In vitro / cell studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 21×
2023Journal article

Changes in Matcha Quality and Growth Characteristics from Cultivation under Different Shading

The Korean Tea Society, Changhyun Sung, Jung Gyu Hwang, et al. — 한국차학회지

… shading (SD-SD) and sequential single shading (S-SD). Leaf area, moisture content, photosynthetic capacity, and G-value increase based on the amount of shade in the following order: SD-SD > S-SD > no shade. Total phenolic compound …

Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCultivation and shading

How this library is built

Every record comes from three open scholarly indexes — PubMed, OpenAlex and Europe PMC — searched for the word “matcha.” Records are merged by DOI and PubMed ID so each study appears once. A paper is kept only if matcha appears in its title, abstract, author keywords or subject terms and the text is about tea or food, which filters out the surname Matcha, software called Matcha, and the Scandinavian verb “matcha” (to match).

Study type and topic tags are assigned automatically from each paper's own title, abstract and subject terms using fixed keyword rules — no guesses, and papers without an abstract are marked as unclassified. Automatic tagging is imperfect, so treat tags as a way to narrow a search, not as a verdict on a paper's quality. A study being listed here is not an endorsement of its findings.

Coverage: this is every indexed paper that names matcha, not every study of green tea or its compounds (those are far more numerous). Papers that mention matcha only in passing are hidden by default. Work that never uses the word “matcha,” and publications outside these indexes, are not included. The library was last rebuilt October 20, 2026.

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