Most people rave about the green powder found in tea and coffee.Walking around a college campus, many of the green powder drinks are easily spotted. Matcha is derived from Japanese finely ground leaves.

There are a few special aspects of the powder. The matcha green powder is rich in antioxidants and has a distinct green color. The most surprising aspect of the matcha drink that was unexpected was the unique taste.

Since matcha powder seems to be the new innovation of coffee and tea, I had to try it myself. I stopped by my local Starbucks and ordered a grande iced matcha soymilk latte. I took a sip and was instantly surprised by the taste. The green powder definitely has a taste of its own.

Although I did enjoy the drink, it was an acquired taste. The only complaint I have is the green powder did get stuck at the bottom and I drank a whole chunk of matcha powder, which was not the desired sip.

What I have learned about this fascinating powder is people usually either love it or hate it. Even though the grounded leaf has many health benefits and is taking coffee and tea shops by storm, some people can't get past the interesting taste the powder has to offer.

On the other hand, people are ordering matcha green powder on Groupon, Amazon, and nutrition shops by the bulk because they are so enticed by it and drinking it almost every day.

I have friends on both sides of the matcha powder debate. Now it's your turn to decide if the green powder is for you. Is matcha your match?