Matcha Latte: The Simple and Quick Recipe
Matcha latte is a delicious drink that replaces traditional water with milk, offering a comforting and delightful experience. Here's our favorite recipe for preparing a simple matcha latte every day.
Matcha Latte Recipe
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Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of quality matcha (Ceremonial, Premium, or Classic).
- Your choice of milk (oat, coconut, soy, rice, hazelnut...).
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Preparation without a bamboo whisk:
- Use a mixer, blender, shaker, or milk frother.
- Heat the milk without burning it (keep it under 80°C).
- Add the hot milk to the matcha.
- Blend everything together. You can add a sweetener if desired (honey, maple syrup, agave syrup...).
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Preparation with a bamboo whisk:
- Place 1 teaspoon of matcha in a bowl.
- Pour about 70 ml of hot water (70-80°C) and whisk vigorously in an M shape with a chasen.
- Pour your preparation into a mug and add the hot milk.
- Add a sweetener if needed.
Cold Matcha Latte
The matcha latte can also be enjoyed cold. Add cold milk and ice cubes for a refreshing version. You can also use syrups or spices to customize your drink.
Which Matcha to Choose?
Our three types of matcha are suitable for a latte:
- Ceremonial Matcha: No bitterness, voted best organic product of 2022.
- Premium Matcha: Smooth and flavorful.
- Classic Matcha: For those who prefer a slight bitterness.
How to Dose Matcha Tea?
We recommend 1g to 1.5g of matcha per 250 ml cup. Adjust according to your taste and the type of matcha used. Use a teaspoon to measure or a special chashaku spoon if you have one.
Which Milk for a Creamy Matcha Latte?
Opt for creamy milk like cow's milk, soy, oat, almond, or coconut milk for a nice foam. Rice and spelt milks are less creamy.
Conclusion
The matcha latte is a delicious and health-beneficial drink, perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a break. Enjoy its benefits by incorporating it into your daily routine.
FAQs
How to prepare a Matcha Latte?
Whisk matcha powder with some hot water until smooth. Then add the milk of your choice, hot or cold.
What are the benefits of Matcha Latte?
Matcha Latte combines the benefits of matcha (energy, concentration, calming) with those of milk (proteins, calcium).
