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    Iced Matcha Latte

    Posted: Jul 8, 2021 Last Modified: Apr 4, 2024 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    All you need are a few simple ingredients to make a cafe-quality iced matcha latte at home! This homemade matcha latte is lightly sweetened with maple syrup and ready in a couple of short minutes.

    I love how easy it is to make an iced matcha latte. While I go the traditional route of using a bamboo whisk, you can make this without any equipment! Some days when I’m feeling fancy (or cold lol), I’ll bust out my milk frother for some warm, frothy milk for a warm matcha latte, but most days, an iced matcha latte gets the job done since it’s quick, easy, and tasty.

    A glass of iced matcha latte with the milk and matcha in distinctive layers.


     

    Why You’ll Love This Iced Latte Recipe

    • According to my partner, this iced matcha latte tastes even better than the one at Starbucks. I love a good copycat recipe that costs a fraction of the original! Despite living a walking distance from a coffee shop, making iced lattes at home is a much more budget-friendly option.
    • It’s easy to make. Because it’s an iced latte, there’s no need to heat up the milk, and the matcha latte comes together in only a couple of minutes.
    • You can easily make this vegan.

    What You’ll Need to Make an Iced Matcha Latte

    Ingredients needed to make an iced matcha latte.
    • matcha powder — a finely grounded powdered green tea, matcha is full of antioxidants and health benefits! Make sure to good good quality matcha powder for the best results. I recommend using ceremonial grade matcha as it’s made with the premium, first harvest of the year. Ceremonial matcha has a deep green color and tastes more rich and more vibrant. Culinary-grade matcha may taste more bitter.
    • milk — I’m using whole milk, but you can also use a non-dairy alternative such as almond milk.
    • maple syrup — make sure you use real, pure maple syrup and not pancake syrup. They’re not the same! If you don’t have maple syrup, you can also use honey.
    • ice — you can even make it with my Matcha Ice Cubes for more matcha flavor!
    • water — make sure the water is hot but not boiling. Around 176°F (80°C). If the water is too hot, it will burn the matcha and leave a bitter taste.

    Tools to Make Matcha

    Matcha tools.
    • matcha bowl (chawan) — you can use any bowl to whisk matcha in! Just make sure it has high walls so you can whisk the matcha without it spilling out. A spout is great as well, as it’ll make pouring the matcha easier. I have this beautiful ceramic bowl from ceramic artist Yutaka Ono.
    • bamboo whisk (chasen) and whisk stand — a whisk is essential for matcha as it will whisk out the clumps and make the matcha frothy. If you do not have a bamboo whisk, you can use a small kitchen whisk or an electric whisk for frothing milk. If that’s still not an option, you can always add the matcha to a mason jar with the water and shake vigorously. The bamboo whisk should be soaked in warm water for a few minutes before using it to help to soften up the bristles to prevent them from breaking when you use it. The whisk stand is there to help the bamboo whisk retain its shape as it dries. The whisk can become moldy or crack if not dried properly.
    • tea sifter — you’ll need a tea sifter (or any small sifter) to help remove any clumps from the matcha powder.
    • bamboo tea scoop or ladle — or a measuring spoon of sorts. You’ll need it to scoop the matcha and to push it through the sifter.

    How to Make Iced Matcha Latte

    Set of two photos showing matcha powder sifted.
    • Using a fine-mesh strainer, sift the matcha into a small bowl.
    Set of two photos showing mixture in bowl whisked.
    • Add the hot water to the bowl and whisk the matcha vigorously in an M shape until the matcha is frothy and there are no clumps.
    Set of two photos showing whisked matcha in a bowl and maple syrup added to a glass of ice.
    • Add maple syrup to a glass of ice.
    Set of two photos showing milk and matcha added to the glass of ice.
    • Add the milk to the ice.
    • Pour the matcha mixture into the milk. Stir until combined, and enjoy!
    A glass of iced matcha latte.

    Tips

    • Matcha is technically tea leaves grounded into powder, so it will never completely dissolve in water. So, it’s normal to see some flecks of matcha in your mixture.
    • You can adjust the amount of water and milk added to the iced matcha latte depending on how creamy you prefer your latte.
    • For good quality matcha, I like purchasing from Ippodo Tea, but sometimes I get dinged by duties. If you’re Canadian, Matsu Kaze Tea is a great alternative to order Japanese matcha!
    • Try my Strawberry Matcha Latte for a matcha latte variation!
    • If you want to change things up and not use maple syrup to sweeten your matcha latte, try using my homemade brown sugar syrup!
    two tins of matcha.
    Is there caffeine in matcha?

    Matcha has more caffeine than regular brewed green tea but less than coffee and black tea.

    What is matcha?

    Matcha is green tea that has been finely ground up into a powder. 

    How should I store my matcha?

    Store your matcha in a cool, dry spot or in the fridge if you prefer. If you are storing your matcha in the fridge, be sure to bring the matcha to room temperature before using it. Good quality matcha tend to come in a tin of sorts because you want to make sure the matcha is in a dark, airtight container so it doesn’t oxidize as quickly. It’s best not to buy matcha in large quantities as the freshness will fade as it oxidizes after being opened.

    Why is my matcha is yellow/brown?

    If your matcha has a yellowish or brownish color to it, this usually indicates that mature leaves were used to make your matcha, making it a lower-quality matcha powder. This leads to your matcha tasting more bitter.

    A glass of iced matcha latte with the milk and matcha in distinctive layers.

    Iced Matcha Latte

    All you need are a few simple ingredients to make a cafe-quality iced matcha latte at home! This homemade matcha latte is lightly sweetened with maple syrup and ready in a couple of short minutes.
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
    Total Time: 5 minutes mins
    Servings: 1 serving

    Ingredients

    • 1½ teaspoons matcha
    • ¼ cup hot water, 176°F (80°C)
    • ice cubes
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup, or honey
    • ½ to 1 cup milk, or non dairy alternative

    Equipment

    • Bowl
    • Whisk
    • Sifter

    Instructions

    • Using a fine-mesh strainer, sift the matcha into a small bowl. Add the hot water to the bowl and whisk the matcha vigorously in an M shape until the matcha is frothy and there are no clumps.
    • Add maple syrup to a glass of ice. Then top it off with milk and the matcha mixture.
    • Stir to combine.
    Tried this recipe?Did you make this recipe? I’m always so happy to hear about it! I’d love to see how it turned out. Tag me at @CarmysHungry on Instagram so I can see it! If you enjoyed the recipe, I’d really appreciate a comment with a 5 star rating! ♥

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 594mg | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 893IU | Calcium: 472mg | Iron: 1mg
    Author: Carmy
    Course: Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine: Japanese
    Nutrition Disclaimer

    More Drinks to Try

    • Hojicha Bubble Tea
    • Thai Bubble Tea
    • Matcha Bubble Tea
    • Vietnamese Coffee
    • Earl Grey Milk Tea
    • Vanilla Bean Latte
    • Iced Caramel Latte
    • Brown Sugar Latte

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    Comments

    1. Jeannie says

      February 28, 2022 at 8:51 pm

      5 stars
      this is a good break for my regular hot matcha drink

      Reply
    2. nancy says

      March 01, 2022 at 2:21 pm

      5 stars
      you make the match latte photos looks so pretty

      Reply
    3. Christina says

      January 07, 2024 at 8:45 pm

      5 stars
      This is amazing! I tried it with soy milk and it’s so good!! Thank you 😊

      Reply
      • Carmy says

        January 08, 2024 at 10:14 am

        Yay! Happy soy milk came out wonderfully!

        Reply
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