Description
A Matcha Latte is a rich and creamy drink made with finely ground green tea powder, steamed milk, and a touch of sweetener. Known for its vibrant green color, earthy flavor, and numerous health benefits, this latte provides a calming energy boost without the jitters of coffee. Whether served hot or iced, it’s a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy matcha’s powerful antioxidants.
Ingredients
Scale
For a Hot Matcha Latte:
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder (ceremonial or culinary grade)
- 2 ounces hot water (not boiling, around 175°F/80°C)
- ¾ cup milk (dairy or plant-based: almond, oat, coconut, or soy)
- 1 teaspoon honey, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
For an Iced Matcha Latte:
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 2 ounces cold water
- ¾ cup cold milk
- 1 teaspoon sweetener (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
For a Hot Matcha Latte:
- Sift the matcha powder into a bowl to remove clumps.
- Add hot water (not boiling) and whisk using a bamboo whisk (chasen) or a small frother until smooth and frothy.
- Heat the milk until warm, then froth it using a milk frother or whisk.
- Pour the frothed milk over the matcha mixture and stir gently.
- Sweeten to taste and enjoy!
For an Iced Matcha Latte:
- Sift matcha powder into a cup.
- Add cold water and whisk until smooth.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour in the milk.
- Pour the matcha mixture over the milk and stir well.
- Sweeten if desired and serve with a straw.
Notes
- For a more intense matcha flavor, use 1.5 teaspoons of matcha powder instead of 1.
- If you don’t have a matcha whisk, shake the matcha and water in a sealed jar or blend it for a smooth texture.
- For a creamy texture, oat milk and coconut milk work well due to their natural richness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: apanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Matcha latte, green tea latte, healthy latte, matcha drink, antioxidant drink, energizing latte, iced matcha, hot matcha