Your coffee habit might be lying to you.

I’m one of those people. The type that can’t function until they’ve had their first cup. My morning coffee wasn’t just a habit, it was a ritual. A lifeline that gave me a false sense of energy and then left me crashing by noon. But still.. I clung to it.

So when I decided to try switching to matcha for two weeks, I won’t lie - I was dreading it. I wasn’t trying to detox, impress anyone, or follow a trend. I just wanted to see what would happen if I swapped my usual brew for something gentler.

No hard rules. Just… matcha instead of coffee. For two weeks. Here's what actually happened.

What I Learned About Matcha

I assumed it was just fancy green tea.
Wrong. Matcha is the whole tea leaf, finely ground: which means you actually drink the leaf, not just steep it.

It also contains L-Theanine, a naturally occurring compound that:

• Works with caffeine instead of against it
  
• Delivers a smooth, focused kind of energy
  
• And…there’s no jitter-crash rollercoaster
  

So I wasn’t just giving up coffee, I was learning how matcha works with my body, not against it.

The Real Shift: Coffee vs. Matcha in Action

Week 1: Missing the Kick

The first few days were rough. I genuinely missed the aggressive jolt of coffee, that full-body wake-up call. Matcha felt... too gentle. I wasn’t sure if I was awake or just pretending hard enough to feel like it.

By day two, I had a dull headache and just felt tired. Not groggy: really low-energy. My brain was foggy, my body felt heavy, and I started to think: Does coffee really have that much control over how I feel?
It honestly shocked me how much my body seemed to notice the absence. Was I that dependent on it - physically, mentally, emotionally - for my whole day to function?

My brain was looking for the “go” button, and matcha whispered “wait.”

By Day 4: Focus without Frantic

But then something strange started happening. I began to feel awake, not in a hypercharged way, but in a clear, calm, steady kind of way. No racing heart, no mid-morning crash. I was getting stuff done, without feeling like I was running from something.

A New Kind of Calm

I started noticing I was less reactive. My fuse was longer. Little things didn’t rattle me the way they used to. It wasn’t a big dramatic change, more like the volume on my internal chaos had been turned down a notch.

What 2 Weeks Actually Looked Like

Day 1–3: Mild panic. Craving coffee. Doubting all my life choices.
Day 4–7: A smoother headspace. Noticing the calm creeping in.
Week 2: Balanced days. More clarity. And weirdly less need to reach for a second cup of anything.

Mornings felt easier.
Afternoons didn’t fall apart.
And evenings came without that tired-but-wired feeling.

My Top Matcha Picks 

For a Mindful Start or Focused Boost

Looking to replace your morning coffee or stay sharp in the afternoon without the slump? These are your go-to traditional blends and focus formulas:

• DIRTEA Matcha - A blend of ceremonial-grade matcha and functional mushrooms. Great for mental clarity and nervous system support.
  
• Matcha Powder Pouch by The Earthy - A classic, high-quality Japanese matcha. Ideal for a calm, energised start to the day.
  
• Organic Ceremonial "AA" Matcha Powdered Tea by Pius Vita Superfoods - Smooth, rich, antioxidant-packed. My go-to for a focused, feel-good morning.
  

For Deliciously Different Moments

Matcha doesn’t have to be a drink. These products are perfect for snack cravings, mindful indulgence, or sneaky boosts of calm energy:

• Matcha Spread Jar by The Earthy- Creamy matcha with coconut and cashew. Delicious on toast, porridge, or spooned straight from the jar (no judgement).
  
• Popstar Vanilla & Cinnamon Matcha by Teapsy - A gently spiced blend that feels like a treat. Great for a sweet, caffeine-friendly moment without the crash.
  

For On-the-Go

Busy day? No time to whisk and sip slowly? These grab-and-go matcha options make life easier (and jitter-free):

• Ginger Refresher Cans by The Matcha Yaad - Zingy lime, spices, and matcha for a refreshing, energising pick-me-up with zero stress.
  
• Popstar Vanilla & Cinnamon Matcha by Teapsy (again) - It’s available in quick-mix sachets, perfect for work bags or travel.
  

Final Take? It Wasn’t Magic - Just Mindful

This swap didn’t transform my life overnight. But it made a genuine difference. It reminded me that energy doesn’t have to come in a rush or a panic.

Matcha gave me energy that respected my nervous system.
It helped me feel more balanced, less frantic, and way more present.

Did I quit coffee for good? Not exactly. But cutting back has shown me the benefits of a gentler, more sustainable kind of energy.

So if coffee’s making you feel a little too wired or worn out, try giving matcha a shot. You might miss the chaos at first… but you’ll probably love what comes next!!

Shop my favourite matcha picks here and start your own gentle energy shift!