Make your own Matcha Latte – in 5 minutes

Fancy diving into the wonderful world of Matcha and whipping up a classic Japanese matcha latte yourself? It’s easier than you think, and the perfect drink to immerse yourself in Japanese tea culture. In just 5 minutes, you can prepare a wonderfully creamy drink that not only tastes delicious but is also healthy. Come on, I’ll show you how!

So, are you ready to bring a slice of Japanese tea culture straight into your kitchen? Then let’s make a delicious Matcha latte together! This popular trendy drink from Japan isn’t just incredibly tasty, but also a wonderful example of the fusion of tradition and modernity in Japanese cuisine. In this article, I’ll show you how to whip up your own Matcha latte in just a few passages – a perfect treat for every day.

What is Matcha?

Before we start with the recipe, let’s take a quick dive into the world of Matcha. Matcha is a finely ground powder made from specially grown and processed green tea leaves.

The tradition of Matcha production and consumption has a long history in Japan, dating back to the time of the samurai. Originally, Matcha was used primarily for the Japanese tea ceremony, a highly formalised art of serving tea.

Today, Matcha is popular worldwide and is enjoyed in various forms – from traditional teas to modern creations such as our matcha latte.

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Matcha is more than just a drink – it is an integral part of Japanese culture and history. In the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, also known as ‘Chanoyu’, Matcha is at the heart of the ritual. This ceremony is deeply rooted in Zen philosophy and emphasises values such as harmony, respect, purity and tranquillity.

Over time, Matcha has carved out a firm place for itself in modern cuisine. Its popularity in cafés and restaurants around the world is a testament to its versatility and unique flavour profile.

Make your own matcha latte:

This Matcha latte is a true gem of Japanese tea culture, encapsulated in a simple and elegant hot drink. With no unnecessary additives, but sweetened with the natural sweetness of sugar or agave syrup, it brings out the full aroma of the green tea.

The recipe is simple, quick and the result is impressive: a creamy, green drink that captivates with its vibrant colour and rich flavour, bringing a touch of Japan into your everyday life.

First, prepare the ingredients for your Matcha latte and boil some water. At the same time, heat the milk in a small saucepan to around 60°C. Put the sugar in a bowl and sift in the Matcha powder.

Pour 100 ml of slightly cooled boiled water over it and whisk with a Chasen or a whisk until the Matcha is smooth and slightly frothy. Divide the Matcha between two cups or glasses and froth the warm milk.

Tip

For a vegan alternative, feel free to replace the milk with soya, oat or almond milk.

Pour the frothed milk into the centre of the Matcha and garnish with a little extra sifted Matcha powder. Enjoy your Matcha latte best when freshly made, ideally with homemade Matcha cookies. Itadakimasu!

Matcha latte is a wonderful drink that combines tradition and modernity. Not only does it offer you an insight into Japanese tea culture, but it’s also a delicious way to start your day or enjoy a little break. With this simple recipe, you can prepare a cup full of Japanese tradition whenever you like. Enjoy every sip and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of matcha!

If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to use the comments section below the recipe 😊. Have fun and good luck making this delicious Matcha latte!

Matcha Latte

serves 2 | 5 minutes | 111 kcal

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Fancy diving into the wonderful world of Matcha and whipping up a classic Japanese Matcha latte yourself? It’s easier than you think, and the perfect drink to immerse yourself in Japanese tea culture. In just 5 minutes, you can make a wonderfully creamy drink that not only tastes delicious but is also healthy. Come on, I’ll show you how!

Ingredients (for 2 cups)

4 g Matcha (im Shop ansehen)
100 ml water
300 ml milk (alternatively soya, oat or almond milk)
1 tbsp sugar (alternatively agave syrup)

Useful tools:
Japanese Yukihiara saucepan
Fine-mesh sieve (im Shop ansehen)

Preparation (5 minutes)

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients for the delicious Matcha Latte. Meanwhile, boil water in a kettle.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the milk (ideally to around 60°C).

Step 3

Meanwhile, put the sugar into a bowl and add the Matcha powder through a sieve. Then pour 100 ml of boiled and slightly cooled water (you might want to use a measuring jug) over the mixture.

Step 4

Using a Chasen (a bamboo whisk used in the Japanese tea ceremony) , whisk vigorously until there are no lumps left. The Matcha should be smooth and slightly frothy (you can also use a flat whisk as an alternative).
Then divide between 2 cups or glasses.

Step 5

The milk should now be warm. Briefly froth it either directly in the saucepan or in another tall container using a milk frother or hand blender.
Pour the frothed milk into the centre of the Matcha to create a light foam. Spoon the remaining foam (if any) on top and garnish everything with a little sifted Matcha powder.
Done – Itadakimasu! Best enjoyed straight away, and feel free to serve with homemade matcha biscuits.