Matcha Recipe
Matcha in choice of size, served hot or iced. Options for no milk or various dairy/non-dairy milks.
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Ingredients
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Matcha Base
Milk Options
Sweetener (Optional)
Method
Prepare Matcha
- 1
Sift the Matcha
In a small bowl, sift 2 teaspoons of matcha powder to remove any clumps for a smoother drink.
- 2
Add Hot Water
Pour 60 ml of hot water (not boiling) over the sifted matcha powder.
- 3
Whisk
Using a bamboo whisk (chasen) or a frother, whisk the matcha vigorously in a zigzag motion until it is frothy and well combined.
Add Milk (if desired)
- 4
- 5
Heat or Chill the Milk
If serving hot, heat 100 ml of your chosen milk to a warm temperature. For iced matcha, chill the milk in the refrigerator or pour over ice.
- 6
Combine with Matcha
Pour the heated or chilled milk over the prepared matcha base and stir gently to combine.
Sweeten (if desired)
- 7
Add Sweetener
If you wish to sweeten your matcha, add honey, maple syrup, or stevia to taste. Stir well to incorporate.