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Calling all Matcha fans as we’ve got some news that you’re about to become obsessed with.

Europe’s top matcha brand and the UK’s fastest-growing energy drink company, Perfect Ted, has just launched the nation’s first flavoured ready-to-drink matcha lattes.

Made with all-natural ingredients, the blend of ceremonial-grade matcha from Uji, Japan, is mixed alongside gluten-free oat milk and natural flavours.

The result? A smooth, jitter-free energy boost that will power you through whatever you need – from work to your next work out.

Available in two delicious flavours – Strawberry Matcha Latte and Vanilla Matcha Latte – each can provides 60mg of slow-release caffeine (similar to an espresso shot) and the pre-mixed beverages are also naturally sweetened with agave.

Best of all? There’s no refined sugar, artificial sweeteners, or synthetic caffeine at all. How good is that?

Vanilla Oat Matcha Latte

Enjoy a chilled vanilla matcha latte with premium Japanese matcha and creamy oat milk. This smooth, natural energy boost has 60mg of caffeine and is sweetened with agave, free from refined sugar and artificial additives.

Buy Now at £18 for 12 cans per case

Speaking with co-founder Marisa Poster, she said: ‘Our mission is to make matcha as accessible as possible. People love the benefits, but not everyone has time to prepare it. Our canned lattes make enjoying high-quality matcha easy—anytime, anywhere.’

Stephen, who’s managed to get his hands on a can (or two) has rated the ready-made Matcha Latte from Perfect Ted the full five stars. He went as far as calling them ‘top notch’ in fact. ‘These are absolutely banging! They’ve got the level of sweetness just right to be able to have one first thing in the morning. My wife’s ended up stealing half my first box.’

Another five-star reviewer called David followed suit, and added: ‘Really great flavour, smooth to drink, and has that hint of matcha I love.’ He also called them ‘smoooth’, to which we would have to agree.

No idea what matcha is, or ever tried it before? Perhaps you’ve been looking for an alternative to your morning coffee – and fancy switching it up? Well here at Metro HQ, we’ve got you.

Matcha is a powdered green tea superfood, and celebrated for its ability to deliver long-lasting, focused energy.

Unlike coffee or synthetic energy drinks, matcha’s caffeine provides a steady boost for 4–6 hours with thanks to its unique blend of caffeine and L-theanine, ensuring a calm, sustained lift without jitters or crashes.

Additionally, matcha helps promote the production of serotonin, dopamine, and alpha brain waves, enhancing relaxation and focus. Pretty cool, right?

Rich in antioxidants (we’re talking 50 times more than spinach!), matcha is scientifically proven to improve mental clarity and alertness.

So what are you waiting for? Add a pack into your online cart before it’s too late.

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The moment we catch a glimmer of the sun’s rays, there’s one item we reach for – a pair of sunglasses (and SPF, obviously). Even if it’s a little fresh on a spring morning, or we are cooking in the 30 degree Maldivian sunshine (we wish), it’s an essential. 

Yes, sunnies look stylish on, whether you opt for retro cat eye styles, Victoria Beckham oversized specs, or Chloe-inspired bohemian goggles, and it can be the missing piece to make an outfit complete. But, sunglasses are more than just an accessory.  

Sunglasses are just as important as sun protection as the right lenses can filter the sun’s harmful UV rays, to protect against your eyes burning (yes they can) or more permanent and irreversible damage over time. However, not all sunglasses offer protection, which is why it is so important to be aware of the labels on your next sunglasses shopping spree. 

Some sunglasses offer UV protection, others may have tinted lenses, or be polarised, but what do these terms mean? More importantly, what is the criteria to find protective, yet stylish sunnies?

We spoke exclusively to Boots Opticians Optometrist, Opinder Malhi, as well as Jake Lawrence-Barber, the Designer Frames Buyer at Boots Opticians, to navigate through the array of sunglasses in search of the best protective eyewear for summer (and beyond), as well as the trending styles worth investing in. 

Opinder explained the key factors to look for: ‘Not all sunglasses are made the same and the level of UV protection provided by sunglasses can vary from pair to pair. All sunglasses from Boots Opticians, both prescription and non-prescription, include filters that provide 100% protection against damaging UVA and UVB rays meeting the International Standard of ISO 12312-1:2013, ensuring your eyes are shielded from harmful sun rays. 

‘Our eyes are up to 10 times more sensitive to UV (ultraviolet) damage than our skin, and exposing our eyes to UV light could have damaging long-term effects. By wearing sunglasses with 100% UVA and UVB protection, you can help shield your eyes and preserve your vision for years to come’, she continued.

Confused about the difference between UV and polarised sunglasses? You’re not alone. The short answer is that the two are different. Sunglasses that offer UV protection, feature the CE or up to UV400 mark on the frames to prove it protects from the harmful UVA and UVB rays. Whereas a polarised lens doesn’t offer UV protection, it merely ‘reduces glare and improves visibility’, says Opinder. 

Protecting the eyes against UV damage is crucial, without this protection you could risk burning the outer layer of the cornea, while long-term damage could cause eye conditions, including cataracts, eyelid cancer or blindness. 

While the ultimate protection is UV400, sunglasses may vary, so this value is vital to check. It is also important to check the lens shade, which ranges from 0 to 4 (the latter being the darkest lens), and keep your eyes peeled for the CE mark, which proves the glasses have conformed to the health, safety and environmental requirements of the EU and offer sufficient UV protection.

Now we have covered the important information, it’s time to find the shape and style to suit you. Jake has shared the popular sunglasses styles this year include 90s-inspired silhouettes, which are categorised by ‘smaller frames in oval and rectangle shapes’. He also noted that oversize bohemian styles are always on trend for festival-goers, as well as minimalist designs with slim frames. 

While the lens colour can play a part in the protection, Jake has revealed there is a shift towards bright coloured lenses, such as yellows, blues and oranges, which offer ‘a playful twist to traditional eyewear.’

The shape of your sunglasses depend on your face shape, style preferences and outfit. In recent years fashionistas have pivoted towards cat eye, round-rimmed designs, as well as aviator styles. 

Boots Opticians is currently offering 25% off designer sunglasses, including Fendi, Prada and Gucci, which is available now until July 15. 

Shop The Expert-Recommended Sunglasses

Prada Symbole Sunglasses

Recommended by Jake, these designer specs have a retro feel, though it is the modern pair of sunglasses everyone in the fashion know has been wearing for months. With 100% UVA and UVB protection, these specs are not only stylish, but sun safe too.

Buy Now for £376

Jimmy Fairly The Berry

Jimmy Fairly has grown in popularity over the years, and it’s one of the affordable, yet stylish, top quality brands to shop new specs.The Berry specs offer a round shape that looks retro, yet classy. The lenses are a category 3, which is one of the higher rankings, certified ISO, IAF, and KAB MC 04, and promise 100% UVA and UVB protection.

BUY NOW FOR £135

Gucci Square Frame Sunglasses

The Aviator trend is a stylish trend that has been hugely popular for many years.Jake revealed that retro styles are popular, as well as the aviator style, which this design nails.With 100% UVA and UVB protection through the light brown lens, these specs deliver on style and protection.

Buy Now for £310

Kapten and Son Zurich Edge Dark Tortoise Green

With a UV400 and EU category 1, these vintage-inspired sunnies are all the craze. It also boasts scratch-resistant lenses so you, and your frames, are protected. Available in plain colours, as well as tortoiseshell, which we love as a versatile staple.

BUY NOW FOR £109.90

Saint Laurent SLM130

Another recommendation from the Boots Opticians Buyer is the Saint Laurent sunnies, which boast a squoval shape, which offers a softer finish in comparison to rectangular or square lenses, as well as asymmetric cat-eye versions.With 100% UVA and UVB protection, a tinted lens, these will keep you protected in the sun.

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Ray-Ban RB2140 Original Wayfarer Classic

The most popular pair of sunglasses in our opinion, and a timeless style to see you through decades to come. The Wayfarer Classic is a square-shape, with a slight slant to fit the face and protect against the sun’s rays. This design offers 100% UV protection, and is also fitted with polarised lenses to prevent any glare, which is the ideal combination for walking, driving and slurping on a cocktail beachside.

BUY NOW FOR £202

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