Try this easy and quick iced matcha latte! A delicious and refreshing beverage that combines the vibrant flavors of matcha with the goodness of milk!
This simple and straightforward recipe will quickly prepare your delicious iced matcha latte in just 5 minutes. When you're in need of an energy boost or simply craving something refreshing, treat yourself to this delightful green drink!
- This recipe is for you if:
- You love matcha green tea.
- You are looking for a good iced matcha latte recipe.
- You want to make matcha tea latte at home.
Let me show you how to make it. If you want to check the recipe immediately, click the jump to link below. Let's get started!
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About this Recipe
- Delicious iced matcha latte recipe
- 3 simple ingredients
- Enjoy a refreshing matcha latte
- Customize with optional variations
What is Matcha (抹茶)?
Matcha is made by grinding down a type of green tea called Tencha leaves into an ultra-fine powder.
With its vibrant, bright green color and deep, earthy flavor, matcha has become an icon of traditional Japanese culture. Matcha has been beloved in Japanese tea ceremonies, but it is also widely used as an ingredient for desserts, such as matcha ice cream, muffins, cake, granola, and cookies.
Matcha offers numerous health benefits. While matcha contains a good amount of caffeine, it is also rich in an amino acid called L-theanine. This unique combination of caffeine and L-theanine in matcha promotes relaxation and a calm state of alertness and also boosts your energy level and focus.
📋 Ingredients
Here are the ingredients for matcha iced latte (amounts are in the recipe card below).
- Matcha powder: See below.
- Sweetener: I use regular sugar, but you can use any sweetener, such as honey, maple syrup, simple syrup, or agave syrup.
- Milk of choice: I use soy milk for this recipe, but feel free to use your preferred type of milk, whether it's dairy milk or a plant-based alternative.
- Hot water: Use a small amount of water to melt matcha powder.
- Ice cubes
Matcha Powder (Green Tea Powder)
Matcha comes in different grades that reflect its quality. Ceremonial-grade matcha is typically reserved for traditional tea ceremonies and is known for its high-quality matcha powder. On the other hand, culinary-grade matcha is more affordable and often used for making desserts.
The choice between different grades of matcha depends on personal preference. I usually use culinary-grade matcha, and it tastes good for me.
🔪Instructions
I will walk you through how to make it step by step. Click here to watch the recipe video.
1. Add the matcha powder to a small bottle.
2. Add the sugar for sweetness.
3. Carefully pour hot water into the bottle.
4. Close the bottle firmly. Wrap the bottle with a cloth as it is really hot, and shake the bottle to ensure thorough mixing.
5. Continue shaking until the matcha powder is fully dissolved and a frothy layer forms on top.
6. Prepare a serving glass and put in some ice cubes.
7. Slowly pour the cold milk of choice into the glass.
8. Pour the prepared matcha mixture into the glass.
Stir gently and enjoy your refreshing iced matcha latte!
Helpful Tips
- For an intensified vibrant green color and matcha taste, add ½ teaspoon of matcha powder.
- Adjust the sweetness and milk ratio according to your taste preferences.
- Experiment with different types of milk, such as almond milk, oat milk, or whole milk, to suit your dietary needs.
- You can also use a bamboo whisk to blend the matcha mixture in a small bowl to achieve an authentic feel.
- The milk and matcha paste will elegantly separate into a beautiful double layer when using sweetened milk.
Variations
Once you have enjoyed the basic iced matcha latte recipe, feel free to experiment with these delightful variations:
- Vanilla Matcha Latte: Add a dash of vanilla syrup or vanilla extract to the matcha mixture for a subtle hint of sweetness.
- Coconut Matcha Latte: Replace regular milk with coconut milk to create a creamy and tropical twist.
- Matcha Frappe: Blend the matcha latte with ice in a blender for a frosty and slushy texture.
- Mint Matcha Latte: Infuse the matcha latte with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing and aromatic flavor.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Iced Matcha Latte (Green Tea Recipe)
Print Pin SaveIngredients
- 1 teaspoon Matcha powder, 4g
- ½ tablespoon Sugar, 5g
- 2 tablespoon Hot Water, 30ml
- 150 ml Milk of choice, Dairy or Plant-based
- Some Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Add the matcha powder and sugar to a small bottle and carefully pour in the hot water.
- Close the bottle firmly. Wrap the bottle with a cloth as it is really hot, and shake the bottle until the matcha powder is fully dissolved and a frothy layer forms on top.
- Prepare a serving glass and put in some ice cubes.
- Slowly pour milk into the glass.
- Pour the prepared matcha mixture into the glass.
Video
Notes
- For an intensified vibrant green color and a more pronounced matcha taste, you can add an additional ½ teaspoon of matcha powder.
- Adjust the sweetness and milk ratio according to your taste preferences.
- Experiment with different milk options such as almond, oat, or rice to suit your dietary needs.
Angel
Very refreshing and tasty. Amazing recipe!!!
Juri Austin
Thanks for your comment, Angel! I'm so glad to hear you enjoy the recipe:)