What is matcha and why is everyone drinking it?

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A once-niche tea is now front and center on many drink menus.

Matcha is quickly becoming a customer favorite. The vibrant, green beverage is popping up on menus at local coffee and tea shops all across the U.S.

“The more that I ordered it, I was like, oh, yeah, I do actually really like this. I like it better warm than iced,” Emma Netjes said.

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Coffea Roasterie in Sioux Falls is a frequent stop for coffee and other treats. But the fairly new addition of matcha to its menu is drawing a lot of attention…

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