How to Make the Perfect Iced Matcha Latte at Home – A Creamy, Refreshing & Antioxidant-Packed Drink!
Yields: 1 serving
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon high-quality matcha powder (ceremonial or culinary grade, culinary is often more cost-effective for lattes)
- 2 ounces hot water (not boiling, around 170-180°F or 77-82°C)
- 8-10 ounces cold milk of your choice (dairy, oat, almond, soy, etc.)
- Sweetener of your choice (optional): sugar, honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, etc., to taste
- Ice cubes
Equipment:
- Small bowl or matcha bowl (chawan)
- Matcha whisk (chasen) or a small whisk
- Tall glass
- Measuring spoons and cups
Instructions:
Step 1: Measure the Matcha
- Measure 1 teaspoon of matcha powder into your small bowl.
Step 2: Add Hot Water
- Pour 2 ounces of hot (but not boiling) water over the matcha powder.
Step 3: Whisk the Matcha
- Using your matcha whisk (or a small whisk), whisk vigorously in a “W” or “M” motion until all the matcha powder is dissolved and the mixture is smooth and frothy with small bubbles on top. This should take about 15-30 seconds.
Step 4: Fill Your Glass with Ice
- Fill your tall glass generously with ice cubes.
Step 5: Pour in the Milk
- Pour your cold milk of choice over the ice in the glass.
Step 6: Add Sweetener (Optional)
- If you like your latte sweet, add your preferred sweetener to the milk and stir until dissolved. You can also add the sweetener directly to the whisked matcha.
Step 7: Pour the Matcha Over the Milk
- Slowly pour the whisked matcha mixture over the cold milk and ice.
Step 8: Stir and Enjoy!
- Gently stir the latte to combine the matcha and milk. Now you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your refreshing homemade iced matcha latte!
Pro Tips
- Smooth Texture: Sift matcha first or blend with water in a mini blender.
- Stronger Flavor? Use 1.5 tsp matcha or less milk.
- Creamier: Add 1 tbsp coconut cream or half-and-half.
Variations
- Strawberry Matcha: Layer with strawberry puree.
- Matcha Lemonade: Replace milk with sparkling water + lemon juice.
- Protein Boost: Add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder to milk.
Why You’ll Love It
- Antioxidant-rich: Matcha is packed with EGCG.
- Dairy-Free/Vegan: Works with any plant-based milk.
- 5-Minute Prep: Faster than a coffee shop line!
Enjoy making your delicious iced matcha latte!
