Description
A refreshing and energizing iced drink that blends smooth matcha green tea with creamy milk and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for warm afternoons or as a healthy pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder (high quality)
- 2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons hot water (not boiling, around 175°F)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or coconut)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Add matcha powder to a small bowl and pour in hot water.
- Whisk briskly in a zig-zag (W) motion until fully dissolved and frothy.
- Stir in your sweetener of choice while the matcha is still warm.
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Pour your milk of choice over the ice.
- Gently pour the matcha mixture over the milk for a beautiful layered effect.
- Stir lightly if desired and enjoy!
Notes
Use ceremonial-grade matcha for vibrant flavor and color. Don’t use boiling water, and whisk properly for smoothness. For extra creaminess, opt for oat milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg