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Chilled Matcha Latte

This vibrant green beverage combines fresh matcha powder with milk and ice, resulting in a smooth, velvety drink with a bright, grassy flavor. The process involves whisking the matcha until fully dissolved, then straining it into a glass filled with ice and milk for a refreshing, visually appealing final appearance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon matcha powder vibrant green, high quality preferred
  • 2 tablespoons hot water not boiling, just hot enough to dissolve matcha
  • 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based options like almond or oat milk
  • to taste amount simple syrup or sweetener optional, adjust sweetness as desired
  • a handful ice cubes ice enough to fill your glass

Equipment

  • Whisk or bamboo matcha whisk
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Glass

Method
 

  1. Start by placing a teaspoon of matcha powder into your bowl or cup.
  2. Pour hot water over the matcha, just enough to cover it, and then whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion until the powder is fully dissolved and the mixture becomes smooth and slightly frothy, with no lumps remaining.
  3. Set a fine mesh strainer over your glass and pour the whisked matcha through it to catch any remaining clumps, ensuring a silky-smooth liquid.
  4. Add your preferred sweetener, such as simple syrup or honey, and stir gently to combine.
  5. Fill the glass with a handful of ice cubes, creating a chilly bed for your drink.
  6. Pour cold milk over the ice and strained matcha mixture, filling the glass to the brim, and watch the vibrant green contrast with the creamy white.
  7. Gently stir the beverage to combine the layers, creating a smooth, velvety texture with a faint froth on top.
  8. Serve immediately with a straw or a spoon, and enjoy the refreshing, grassy aroma and crisp, icy sip.