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Matcha Mania: From Niche to Nationwide Sensation

12/16/2025

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  • Matcha has moved from niche beverage to mainstream status in the United States.
  • Pop-up cafes appeared nationwide in the 2010s due to social media and the wellness movement.
  • These pop-ups partner with venues to offer creative drinks such as orange tonic matcha and baklava lattes.
  • Matcha Snobs, a notable matcha retailer, sells popular matcha online.
  • Today, matcha pop-ups thrive, attracting purists and those seeking visually appealing drinks.