Check out this awesome recipe for Iced Matcha Latte! It's super creamy and refreshing. You can have it hot or cold, just like the ones you get at Starbucks or your local coffee spot.
Lykkers, Now you can whip up your favorite drink right in your own kitchen!
<h3>What is Matcha?</h3>
Matcha powder is basically ground-up green tea leaves. Instead of steeping leaves to make tea, you just dissolve this powder in warm water. If you ever find yourself in Kyoto, Japan, make sure to swing by a tea house and grab some of that gorgeous matcha green tea powder to take home. It's perfect for souvenirs!
And let us tell you, making this Matcha Iced Latte is a piece of cake. That's why it's such a great choice for whipping up at home!
<h3>How to Make Iced Matcha Latte</h3>
<b>Equipment</b>
1 tea kettle
1 matcha whisk
<b>Ingredients</b>
2 teaspoons matcha powder
1 to 2 tablespoons hot water
1 cup warm water
Ice
Milk
<b>Instructions</b>
1. Put matcha powder in a measuring cup or bowl.
2. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot water and whisk until it's like a paste.
3. Pour in the rest of the water and mix.
4. Chill in the fridge or freezer for about 15 minutes.
5. Fill two glasses with ice and pour in your milk, filling them about 3/4 full.
6. Optionally, add some simple syrup if you like.
7. Finally, pour in the chilled matcha and give it a good stir. Enjoy!
<b>Tips and Tricks:</b>
Here are some milk options you can try with your matcha latte: soy milk, oat milk, almond milk, cashew milk, or regular cow's milk. Feel free to experiment and see which one you like best!
<h3> The Do's and Don'ts of Matcha Green Tea Powder</h3>
<b>Do's:</b> Purchase high-quality matcha sourced from Japan. Use scissors to open the packaging, then keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place like the fridge or freezer. Ensure precise measurement of matcha, and utilize a bamboo whisk, electric frother, or shaker bottle for mixing matcha; avoid spoons.
<b>Don'ts:</b> Opt for cheap matcha that might not be safe. Avoid tearing open your matcha pouch like a bag of chips. Refrain from storing matcha in sunlight or heat. Don't neglect to return it to refrigeration or freezing post-usage, and avoid using an electric frother in a shallow glass or bowl.
Alright, Lykkers, that's the iced latte recipe we talked about today! Have you got it down? Give it a shot now and enjoy!
