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Matcha latte with latte art in a white cup

Smooth, earthy Japanese green tea latte

Matcha Latte

Matcha Latte

5 minEasy

Prep Time

3 min

Cook Time

2 min

Total Time

5 min

Servings

1

1 cup

Difficulty

Easy

Cost

Moderate

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Matcha Latte

Smooth, earthy Japanese green tea latte

A smooth, creamy matcha latte with a beautiful green color and earthy-sweet flavor. This cafe-quality drink is simple to make at home with proper whisking technique.

3m

Prep Time

2m

Cook Time

5m

Total Time

1

Servings

Easy

Difficulty

Moderate $$

Cost

Japanese CuisineBreakfastVegetarianGluten-Free
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

February 11, 2024(Updated April 13, 2026)

A proper matcha latte starts with sifting the powder to prevent clumps and whisking with a small amount of hot water to form a smooth paste. This concentrate method ensures a lump-free, vibrant drink.

Why This Recipe Works

Sifting and whisking matcha into a paste first prevents the clumps that ruin the texture. Water that is just under boiling (175°F) prevents bitterness and preserves the sweet, vegetal notes.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
  • 2 tbsp hot water (175°F, not boiling)
  • 1 cup milk (any variety)
  • 1 tsp honey or sweetener of choice
  • Ice (for iced version)
  • Optional: vanilla extract, a drop

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sift matcha powder through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl to remove clumps.

  2. 2

    Add 2 tbsp hot water (not boiling) and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk or small regular whisk until a smooth paste forms.

  3. 3

    Heat and froth milk using a steamer, frother, or by whisking vigorously in a hot saucepan.

  4. 4

    Pour the matcha paste into a mug, add sweetener, then pour in the frothed milk.

  5. 5

    Stir gently to combine. For iced, pour matcha paste over ice and top with cold frothed milk.

Serving Suggestions

Ways to Serve This Dish

  • Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice

  • Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi

  • Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor

  • Serve alongside fresh fruit and your favorite morning beverage

Substitutions

Ceremonial matchaCulinary-grade matcha

More bitter and less smooth, but works in a pinch

HoneyVanilla simple syrup

Adds sweetness and a complementary vanilla note

AromaBrew

Test Kitchen Pick

Matcha

Helpful Pantry Staple

Why the matcha matters

Matcha quality shows up right away in both flavor and color. A smoother powder gives you less bitterness and a cleaner finish.

This ingredient drives both color and taste.

  • Cleaner flavor and brighter color
  • Useful in lattes, desserts, and baking

Better matcha is one of the rare pantry upgrades you can taste immediately.

Shop matcha for this recipe

Tips & Storage

Pro Tips

  • Use ceremonial-grade matcha for drinking—culinary grade is meant for baking and will taste bitter.

  • Water temperature matters: too hot makes matcha bitter; aim for 170-180°F.

Storage

Serve immediately. Matcha settles and loses its vibrant color quickly.

Reheating

Not recommended—make fresh for the best flavor and color.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (15mg) · 1 servings

Calories120
LowModerateHigh

A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet

Protein5g
Carbohydrates4g
Fat14g
Fiber80mg
Sugar1g
Sodium10g

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my matcha bitter?
The water was too hot, the matcha is low quality, or too much powder was used.
What milk is best?
Oat milk froths beautifully and complements matcha. Whole milk is also excellent.

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Sarah Chen

About Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.

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