Matcha Lattes: Refreshing Recipes to Try This Summer
As the summer sun heats up (we hope), it's the perfect time to refresh your drink repertoire with something cool, vibrant, and utterly delicious. Enter the matcha latte—a creamy green drink that not only is delicious but high key is very aesthetic. Not only that but it also packs a powerful punch of antioxidants and nutrients. Whether you're a matcha aficionado or a newbie to this green tea drink, these recipes will have you sipping in style all summer long.
1. Classic Iced Matcha Latte
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener to taste (honey, agave, or simple syrup)
Instructions:
1. Sift the matcha powder into a bowl to avoid clumps.
2. Add hot water and whisk vigorously until the matcha is fully dissolved and frothy.
3. Fill a glass with ice cubes, pour in your milk of choice, and sweeten if desired.
4. Pour the matcha mixture over the milk and stir gently. Enjoy!
2. Coconut Matcha Latte
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener to taste (maple syrup works)
Instructions:
1. Dissolve the matcha powder in hot water by whisking until smooth.
2. Fill a glass with ice and add coconut milk.
3. Sweeten as preferred and stir well.
4. Pour the matcha mixture over the coconut milk, give it a gentle stir, and sip away.
3. Matcha Mint Frappe
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice
- Sweetener to taste
- Fresh mint sprigs for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. Blend the matcha powder, hot water, milk, mint leaves, ice, and sweetener until smooth.
2. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
3. Sip and savor the refreshing minty twist!
4. Matcha Vanilla Bean Latte
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup almond milk
- Ice cubes
- 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- Sweetener to taste
Instructions:
1. Whisk the matcha powder with hot water until completely dissolved.
2. Fill a glass with ice and add almond milk.
3. Stir in the vanilla bean seeds (or extract) and sweetener.
4. Pour the matcha mixture over the vanilla almond milk, stir, and enjoy the aromatic blend.
5. Tropical Matcha Latte
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener to taste
Instructions:
1. Whisk the matcha powder with hot water until smooth.
2. Combine coconut milk and pineapple juice in a glass filled with ice.
3. Sweeten if desired and stir well.
4. Pour the matcha mixture over the tropical blend, give it a gentle mix, and indulge in the exotic flavors.
6. Matcha Lavender Latte
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- Ice cubes
- 1 tsp dried culinary lavender
- Sweetener to taste (lavender syrup is a great choice)
Instructions:
1. Brew a small amount of hot water with dried lavender, let it steep for 5 minutes, then strain.
2. Whisk the matcha powder with the lavender-infused water until dissolved.
3. Fill a glass with ice and add your milk of choice.
4. Sweeten with lavender syrup or your preferred sweetener.
5. Pour the matcha-lavender mixture over the milk, stir gently, and experience the calming floral notes.
These matcha latte recipes are perfect for cooling down while still indulging in a sophisticated, health-boosting treat. Experiment with different milk bases, sweeteners, and flavors to create your own signature summer matcha latte. Whether you're lounging by the pool or hosting a brunch, these vibrant green beverages are sure to impress and refresh. Enjoy the sunny days with a delicious matcha twist!