Save yourself some coins from coffee shops by making this cold drink cheaper at home without compromising on flavours and taste. A great alternative to coffee or regular tea.
Homemade iced matcha latte recipe
I only recently started drinking matcha tea, and I haven’t been disappointed. It is a good pick me up on a summer day or any other days just like my popular iced coffee recipe. It can be made hot if that is what you are in to. I like it both ways but when it is hot like it is around this time of the year, I stock my freezer with ice and drink iced beverages all day long. If you are yet to try matcha tea then I should warn you, it can be addictive in a good way. It is unbelievably good, easy to prepare and no, matcha tea is not for posh people alone! It is colour green and that should tell you some things; calmness, refreshing, peaceful and all that good stuff. so yes, matcha tea is for everyone, both old and young. The best part is that it can be made with only 3 ingredients and it’s easy to prepare. I like mine a tad sweet, hence why it is 4 ingredients.
What is Matcha?
Matcha is a fine ground green tea leaves, it is of Japanese origin. It is the concentrated form of a regular green tea which is why its more nutritional than the regular green tea.
What does it taste like
It taste like dried green leaf, earthy and it is slightly bitter but not enough to put you off your drink, just perfect as it is. Matcha tea powder does not only make a refreshing cold or hot drink but it can also be added to food such as smoothies, cakes and even ice cream. It can also be made into frothy creamy foam like Dalgona coffee. Simply amazing!
Can I make it ahead
Yes, it can be made up to 3 days in advance but it must be stored in the fridge during this period. If the tea looks separated, simply stir to combine and drink.
Where to buy
Matcha tea powder can be bought online from amazon or tea speciality shops. It comes in different grades and can be a bit expensive but totally worth it in the long run. You get a lot more for your money if made at home as a cup of matcha latte can cost up to $4 at Starbucks or coffee shops. It is best to know that the more expensive or green the colour of the matcha the better taste you will get. They are often labelled ceremonial grade.
Health benefits of matcha
This amazing green tea powder doesn’t just make a refreshing drink, it has many amazing health benefits too
It is high in antioxidant.
Good for the heart, brain, skin and the total wellness of the body
Aid weight loss if used effectively.
What you will need to make yours
Matcha green tea Simple sugar syrup: this can be substituted with maple syrup, coconut sugar, brown sugar or honey Almond milk: you can easily substitute with whole milk or other plant based milk of choice such as coconut milk, oat milk or even rice milk. Ice Hot or warm water to help dissolve the tea easily.
How to make iced matcha green tea latte
Measure out the matcha tea into a small bowl, add warm water, stir to combine with a spoon. Using the handheld milk frother, whisk until combine and all lumps dissolved. The milk frother gives it the same frothy look you will get if you used bamboo matcha whisk Add some ice to a glass, followed by milk, sweetener if using any then add the whisked matcha, mix to combine, drink and enjoy
Other ways to make it
Blender method: If you have a high-powered blender, add all the ingredients except for the warm water into a blender and blend for some few seconds until lump free. Pour into a glass and serve. Mason jar or a cocktail shaker: If you don’t have a handheld milk frother, you can add all the ingredients without the ice to a mason jar. Cover tightly with its lid and give it a good shake for about a minute or until the tea powder dissolves. Add ice, serve and enjoy
What to serve with
Unsweetened matcha green tea is typically served with sweet bakes such as mochi, cakes or pastry. Vanilla sponge cake Chocolate cake Bacon and cheese turnover Orange cake Coffee cake
Tips
If the matcha powder is clumpy sift it using a small kitchen sieve before use
If you can afford a matcha whisk (bamboo whisk) then by all means get one, if not then use a spoon or handheld frother.
Replace simple sugar syrup with vanilla sugar syrup for more flavour.
Swap the dairy free milk with whole milk or half and half for creamier taste.
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