Description
Learn how to make the perfect matcha latte and enjoy a creamy and refreshing green tea drink, perfect for boosting your energy and mood!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Matcha Base:
- 2 tsp premium ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 2 oz hot water (not boiling, around 175°F/80°C)
- Pinch of sea salt
For the Latte:
- 10 oz milk of choice (whole milk, oat milk, or almond milk)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (for iced version)
Optional Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Dash of cinnamon
- Coconut sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare Your Workspace:
- Gather all equipment and ingredients.
- Sift matcha powder to remove any clumps.
- Warm your matcha bowl or cup.
2. Create the Matcha Base:
- Add matcha powder to the bowl.
- Pour hot water (not boiling).
- Use bamboo whisk to create a smooth, frothy paste.
- Whisk in a “W” motion until no lumps remain.
3. Milk Preparation:
- Heat milk in a small saucepan or use steamer.
- For cold matcha latte, use chilled milk and ice.
- Froth milk until it’s creamy and has fine bubbles.
- Add sweetener if desired.
4. Combining the Matcha Latte:
- Slowly pour frothed milk over matcha base.
- Stir gently to combine.
- For hot latte, serve immediately.
- For iced version, pour over ice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 24 mg
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg