Ingredients
1–2 tsp ceremonial grade matcha powder
2–3 oz hot water (approx. 175°F / 80°C)
1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
8–10 oz cold milk of choice (oat milk recommended)
Ice cubes
Instructions
Step 1: Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl using a fine-mesh sieve to prevent clumps.
Step 2: Heat water to approximately 175°F (80°C) and pour it over the sifted matcha powder in the bowl.
Step 3: Using a bamboo whisk (chasen) or a small milk frother, vigorously whisk the matcha in a ‘W’ or ‘M’ motion until it is smooth, frothy, and a vibrant green concentrate forms (about 15-30 seconds).
Step 4: Add maple syrup or honey to the matcha concentrate and stir until fully dissolved.
Step 5: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
Step 6: Pour 8-10 ounces of your chosen cold milk over the ice.
Step 7: Gently pour the whisked matcha concentrate over the milk. Stir with a spoon or straw to combine before serving.
Notes
For best results, use ceremonial grade matcha powder. Adjust sweetness to your personal preference. A bamboo whisk (chasen) helps achieve the smoothest, frothiest matcha concentrate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sweet Breakfasts
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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