Matcha green tea latte… a direct import from Japan for me! Before I traveled and lived in Japan in 2012, I would have definitely said that I hated green tea and matcha. I had had it a few times in different forms and found them all super bitter. When I got to Japan, I had no interest in drinking green tea at all although they are well-known for their high quality tea leaves.
Even though I never bought green tea or matcha for myself, it was impossible to avoid getting offered green tea at the various social gatherings at school. In fact, the school itself had different kinds of green tea products available for the teachers to eat and drink during break time. The joke was definitely on me, because green tea was so delicious! It is crazy how different the green tea tasted. Quality is so important when making green tea. If you are going to spend a few extra dollars on something, let it be your green tea and matcha! The difference is night and day.
Matcha lattes quickly became my go-to during my break in the teacher’s room. I haven’t stopped since then. Matcha is very easy to make and has many health benefits. It does have caffeine, but it doesn’t have the same effect on me like coffee has.
There are several types of matcha, but most of them in my experience work well in lattes. The very best taste in my experience is ceremonial grade matcha. But if you can’t find that where you are, any matcha will do!
Are you a matcha fan?
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- 1 1/2 tsp matcha powder
- 2 oz water
- 2 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 10 oz whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ingredients
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- Put the matcha powder in a small bowl and add the two oz of water. Whisk in a zig zag motion until frothy and powder is fully dissolved.
- In a cup (at least 12 oz), add the frothy matcha mixture. Add in the sugar and mix.
- In a pan, warm ten oz of milk with vanilla on medium low heat until hot. Turn the heat off and use a whisk to whisk the milk for several minutes, until froth forms on top.
- Pour your milk into your prepared cup with the matcha mixture, holding back the froth for the very top of your latte.
- Sprinkle some matcha powder on top (optional). Enjoy!