Description
A cool and creamy Iced Mint Matcha Latte that combines vibrant matcha, fresh mint, and chilled milk for the perfect summer refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons ceremonial-grade matcha powder
- 6–8 fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup hot water (not boiling)
- 1.5 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy options like almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 1–2 teaspoons sweetener (honey, maple syrup, stevia, or your choice)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Matcha Base:
- Sift 2 teaspoons of matcha powder into a bowl to remove clumps.
- Add 1/4 cup of hot water (175°F/80°C) and whisk with a bamboo whisk (chasen) in a zig-zag motion until frothy.
- Muddle Mint Leaves:
- Add 6–8 fresh mint leaves to a glass and gently muddle them to release their natural oils.
- Assemble the Latte:
- Add ice cubes to the glass with the muddled mint.
- Pour the matcha mixture over the ice.
- Add Milk and Sweetener:
- Slowly pour 1.5 cups of milk into the glass.
- Add 1–2 teaspoons of your preferred sweetener and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint for a decorative and aromatic touch.
- Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness based on your taste.
- For a vegan version, use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- Sifting the matcha powder is crucial to avoid clumps.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing and Whisking
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg