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Matcha green tea has been steadily increasing in popularity. The powdered drink, originating in ancient China and commonly associated with Japan, has taken over coffee shops around the country.<\/p>\n

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Matcha lattes can be pretty expensive. A medium iced matcha latte with additional flavor or non-dairy milk substitute can cost around $8 whether from Starbucks or a local caf\u00e9. The matcha powder itself ranges in prices from $30 – $50 depending on size.<\/p>\n

For our \u201cOn a Budget\u201d column, I went to Blackbird Books & Coffee<\/u><\/a> in downtown Raleigh with a group of three friends, searching for a fun time under $25. The caf\u00e9 and bookstore sells matcha lattes for $4.75 each. I was able to treat three co-workers, buying four matchas with additional flavoring and milk substitutes, totaling $24.41 including tax.<\/p>\n

Two friends got blueberry flavoring, a feature on the cafe\u2019s summer menu, added to their lattes. One friend got strawberry, which was all agreed to be the best flavor after some sips. I opted for honey, increasing the sweetness of the cold beverage. The additional flavored syrup was $0.25 and the almond or oat milk substitute was $0.70. Compared to nearby sellers, these prices are lower than most.<\/p>\n

Littlefoot Matcha<\/a>, also in downtown Raleigh, offers a 12-ounce iced matcha latte for $6, charging $1.50 for additional flavors such as mango, strawberry and vanilla. Dinoska Caf\u00e9<\/a> in North Hills sell signature matcha concoctions with dragonfruit or chocolate for $7.50. The traditional matcha latte is $5.50 hot and $6.50 iced.<\/p>\n

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The matcha flavor at Blackbird isn\u2019t overpowering. Many first-time-triers dislike the earthy umami flavor that matcha is most known for. Blackbird\u2019s subtle take on the green tea drink could convert even the pickiest of drinkers.<\/p>\n

One of my friends who tagged along started this journey \u201cindifferent\u201d to matcha. He rated his matcha latte a 7.5 out of 10, expressing he liked how the normal earthy flavor didn\u2019t compete with the sweetness of the blueberry.<\/p>\n

After others tried the strawberry flavored matcha latte, it was easily determined that it was the best of what the group had ordered.<\/p>\n

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