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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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61 studies match for “Quality evaluation”

2022Journal article

Physicochemical indicators coupled with multivariate analysis for comprehensive evaluation of matcha sensory quality.

Wu J, Ouyang Q, Park B, et al. — Food chemistry

The sensory quality of matcha is a pivotal factor in determining consumer acceptance. However, the human sensory panel test is difficult to popularize by virtue of professional requirements and inability to evaluate large samples. The …

Observational (human)Processing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 75×
2019Journal article

Evaluation of matcha tea quality index using portable NIR spectroscopy coupled with chemometric algorithms.

Wang J, Zareef M, He P, et al. — Journal of the science of food and agriculture

… for prediction of tea polyphenols and amino acids in order to index matcha tea quality. RESULTS Spectral data were preprocessed by standard normal variate (SNV), mean center (MC) and first‐order derivative (1 st D) tests. The data were …

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 114×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Multimodal Sensor Fusion for Non-Destructive Tea Quality Evaluation: Deep Learning-Enabled Methods, Applications, and Challenges.

Hu X, Zhang M, Yang B, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Tea quality evaluation is increasingly moving from subjective sensory assessment and destructive laboratory analysis toward rapid, non-destructive, and data-driven approaches. This review summarizes recent advances in multimodal sensing …

ReviewProcessing, milling and qualityAuthenticity and analytical methodsMetabolism and weightCited 6×
2023Journal article

Application of visible-near infrared spectroscopy in tandem with multivariate analysis for the rapid evaluation of matcha physicochemical indicators.

Wu J, Zareef M, Chen Q, et al. — Food chemistry

… coupled with multivariate analysis was investigated for rapid and non-invasive evaluation of particle size and the ratio of tea polyphenols to free amino acids (P/F ratio) of matcha. The multivariate selection algorithms such as synergy …

Observational (human)Metabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 56×
2021Journal article

Intelligent evaluation of taste constituents and polyphenols-to-amino acids ratio in matcha tea powder using near infrared spectroscopy.

Guo Z, Barimah AO, Yin L, et al. — Food chemistry

Matcha tea is rich in taste and bioactive constituents, quality evaluation of matcha tea is important to ensure flavor and efficacy. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR) in combination with variable selection algorithms was proposed as a fast …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 117×
2026Journal articleFree to read

In vitro evaluation of discoloration and surface alteration in self-adhesive resin cements using CIELAB and 3D profilometry.

Schoppmeier CM, Liebermann A, Janson M — Dental and medical problems

Background: Self-adhesive resin cements (SARCs) are widely used in the field of restorative dentistry due to their simplified application and adequate bonding properties. However, their long-term color and surface stability, particularly…

In vitro / cell studyProcessing, milling and qualityCited 1×
2019Journal articleFree to read

Evaluation of ethanol-based extraction conditions of sorghum bran bioactive compounds with downstream anti-proliferative properties in human cancer cells.

Cox S, Noronha L, Herald T, et al. — Heliyon

Certain foods such as turmeric and green tea have been extensively studied for anticancer properties, while high polyphenol sorghum has not received the same attention. Some bioactive compounds in Sorghum bicolor with anticancer activity…

In vitro / cell studyCancerProcessing, milling and qualityCognition, mood and stressCited 21×
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

… In tea cultivation, shading is one of the important practices to increase the quality of matcha. Therefore this study aimed to investigate the effect of cultivation technique, namely shading intensity (0%, 50%, 70%, 90%) on C. sinensis …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityCited 18×
2024Journal articleFree to read

Quality analysis and antioxidant activity of different types of tea powder

Yutong Ye, Zeyi Ai, Ronglin Li, et al. — Food Production Processing and Nutrition

… (TP) is widely used in food processing field. In order to explore sensory evaluation, quality components and antioxidant activities among different types of TP, matcha TP, Huangjinya green TP, oolong TP, black TP and Pu-erh TP were …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 10×
2021Journal article

Evaluation of fluoride levels in commercially available tea in the United States.

Regelson S, Dehghan M, Tantbirojn D, et al. — General dentistry

The objective of this study was to compare fluoride levels in commercially available black tea, green tea, and matcha tea. Tea samples were purchased from a local supermarket in the United States and prepared according to the…

Observational (human)Safety, contaminants and toxicitySkin, oral and dentalProcessing, milling and qualityCited 5×
2024Journal article

Comprehensive assessment of matcha qualities and visualization of constituents using hyperspectral imaging technology.

Hu Y, Yu H, Song X, et al. — Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)

… there is an urgent need for a rapid, non-destructive method to assess the quality of matcha to ensure that these different characteristics are accurately assessed without compromising the integrity of the product. In this study, …

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 17×
2025Journal article

Quality Characteristics of Matcha Milk Caramel according to Various Gelling Agent

Yoon-Jeong Pi, Hye-Hyun Yoon — Journal of the East Asian Society of Dietary Life

본 연구의 목적은 말차 밀크캐러멜의 최종 가열온도를 낮춰 말차 본연의 특성은 잘 살리되, 부드러워진 질감 때문에 생기는 보관, 유통 상의 문제점은 다양한 겔화제를 첨가하여 개선시키고자 하였다. 본 실험을 위한 말차 밀크캐러멜은 겔 화제를 첨가하지 않은 대조군(CON)과 저메톡실 펙틴(P), 저아실 젤란검(GG), 한천(A)을 각각 0.25%씩 첨가한 실험군으로 118℃까지 최종 가열하여 준비하였다. 기계적 측정 결과에…

Other / not statedProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 1×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Effect of Geographic Regions on the Flavor Quality and Non-Volatile Compounds of Chinese Matcha.

Cui H, Zhao Y, Li H, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

… covering methods, matcha superfine powder processing technology, and digital evaluations of matcha flavor quality are receiving research attention. However, research on the differences in flavor and quality characteristics of matcha …

Chemical / analyticalMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityCited 6×
2022Journal article

Effect of three milling processes (cyclone-, bead- and stone-millings) on the quality of matcha: Physical properties, taste and aroma.

Huang Y, Goh RMV, Pua A, et al. — Food chemistry

… extraction-thin-film solid-phase microextraction (HS-SBSE-TFSPME). Sensory evaluation by a trained panel found that the matcha samples possess different notes (cyclone-milled: leafy; bead-milled: fishy; and stone-milled: roasty) which …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 28×
2022Journal articleFree to read

Characterization of the Key Aroma Compounds of Shandong Matcha Using HS-SPME-GC/MS and SAFE-GC/MS.

Luo Y, Zhang Y, Qu F, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Shandong matcha has the quality characteristics of bright green color, seaweed-like aroma and strong, fresh and brisk taste. In order to identify the characteristic aroma components and clarify the contribution of the grinding process to …

Chemical / analyticalCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 21×
2026Journal articleFree to read

In Vitro Bioactivity, Polyphenols, Antioxidant Properties, and Sensory Quality of Al-Qassim Berry-Enhanced Matcha Tea as a Function of Extraction Temperature.

Ali RFM, Alhomaid RM, Aleid NAM — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

… 7.5% blackberry powder (Mix), extracted at 5 °C, 70 °C, and 100 °C. Sensory evaluation using a 9-point hedonic scale (n = 50) identified 15% berry substitution (Mix) as optimal, with overall acceptability scores ranging from 8.28 to …

In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and qualityCited 1×
2023Journal articleFree to read

Effect of Spice Incorporation on Sensory and Physico-chemical Properties of Matcha-Based Hard Candy.

Dhawan K, Rasane P, Singh J, et al. — ACS omega

… tulsi hard candy. These formulations were selected based on the organoleptic evaluation. Furthermore, these selected hard candies were evaluated for the determination of proximate, phytochemical, and antioxidant profiles which exhibited …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsAroma, flavor and sensoryProcessing, milling and qualityCited 5×
2013Journal articleFree to read

Objective Evaluation of Astringent and Umami Taste Intensities of Matcha using a Taste Sensor System

Tomomi Ujihara, Nobuyuki Hayashi, Hidekazu Ikezaki — Food Science and Technology Research

… where matcha drinking is a new experience. Therefore, information on the quality of matcha is important for manufacturers, dealers, and consumers in order to produce, select or purchase a product that meets their purpose. To obtain …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsAroma, flavor and sensoryProcessing, milling and qualityCited 29×
2019Journal article

Changes on Matcha Quality According to Different Shading Types

Doobo Shim, Jung Gyu Hwang, Eun-Ju Kang, et al. — 한국차학회지

… 관련 연구를 추후 진행하고자 한다.The effects of difference in the shading types on the quality of matcha are as follows. The three types used in this study were direct-shading, FRP pole-shading, and screen-shading. The contents of total phenolic …

Agronomy / cultivationAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCultivation and shadingCited 2×
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)

… total phenol, total flavonoids, antioxidant activity, color and sensory evaluation which included color, aroma, taste and overall acceptance of matcha herbal tea tenggulun leaf. The results showed that the difference in the level …

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 6×
2020Journal article

The effect of superfine tea powder addition on the acrylamide content of innovative Xinjiang nang products (tea nang).

Huang Y, Xiao H, Zhang L, et al. — Food additives & contaminants. Part A, Chemistry, analysis, control, exposure & risk assessment

… processing of low-acrylamide tea nang through a multi-index integrated evaluation method (MIEM) and a single-index balanced evaluation method (SBEM). Tea nang acrylamide content, polyphenol content and flavour quality were …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 7×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Analysis of Variations in Matcha Components Across Different Brands on the Tunisian Market

Authors not listed — Acta Scientifci Nutritional Health

… to better microbiological stability.M1 was preferred by consumers in sensory evaluation.This study clarified that matcha can exhibit significant flavor differences between brands and provided a theoretical basis for the selection and …

Observational (human)Metabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 1×

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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