Matcha is a finely milled powder made from high-quality green tea leaves, packing a concentrated antioxidant punch in every sip.
With its vibrant green hue and gently sweet, toasty flavor, matcha makes for a refreshing latte that gives you a focused energy boost without the jitters of coffee.
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Matcha Ice Latte
Matcha is high in antioxidants (epigallocatechin gallate), boosts metabolism, and promotes alertness, the L-Theanine in matcha produces an "alert calm" effect making you feel focused without the jittery side effects. It has anti-aging properties. The high antioxidant levels in matcha may help prevent premature aging by reducing oxidative stress. Matcha is rich in chlorophyll which can help detoxify the body.
Ingredients
1 tsp matcha green tea powder
2 tbsp hot water
3/4 cup milk of your choice
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
1.In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 tsp matcha powder and 2 tbsp hot water until a smooth, lump-free bright green paste forms.
2.Add the cold milk and whisk vigorously to combine with the matcha paste until fully incorporated.
3.If using, whisk in 2-3 tbsp simple syrup, honey, or your preferred sweetener to taste.
4.Fill a tall glass with the ice cubes.
5.Pour the matcha milk mixture over the ice.
6.Give it a gentle stir.
7.You can garnish with a dusting of matcha powder on top if desired.
Notes
Using cold milk eliminates the heating step, making this an even quicker iced matcha latte. The hot water is still used to initially bloom the matcha powder before combining it with the cold milk.
So whether you’re an experienced matcha connoisseur or just matcha-curious, making matcha lattes at home is a simple way to treat yourself to this amazing beverage. Just follow this easy recipe.
