In this episode of Life in Full Colour, Lauren Lepley interviews Katherine Swift, founder of OMGTea, a brand that has not only popularised matcha in the UK but is also rooted in a personal journey of purpose and health. They discuss the early challenges of introducing matcha, the meticulous process of sourcing and producing high-quality matcha, and the health benefits associated with it.

Katherine shares her personal story of being driven by her mother's battle with breast cancer, which led her to discover the potential health benefits of matcha. They also touch on Katherine's experience on Dragons' Den, collaborations with other female entrepreneurs, and future projects for OMGTea.

 

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00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation

01:46 Welcoming Catherine Swift

03:34 The Matcha Obsession

08:35 Educating About Matcha

21:08 The Birth of OMGTea

27:30 The DNA of OMGTea

29:08 Dragons' Den Experience

32:33 Post-Dragons' Den Reflections

37:42 Partnership with ITO EN

39:43 Future Plans and New Products

42:42 Supporting Female Founders

45:07 Personal Wellness Routine

51:40 Global Matcha Trends

53:53 Where to Buy OMGTea