Matcha can be prepared as tea and used as green pigment for food and drinks, such as ice creams, bread, cheese, cake, noodles, milkshakes, salad, and so on. It can also be used in cosmetics for skin care. Preparation: 1/2 or 1 tsp (to taste) / 1 cup 176?F water, whisk, and set aside for 5 minutes & drink up!