Green Matcha Latte Almond (Printable Version)
A vibrant green tea latte with matcha and almond milk, perfect for a smooth, gentle energizing drink.
# What You Need:
→ Matcha Base
01 - 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
02 - 2 tablespoons hot water (175°F)
→ Latte Components
03 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
04 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Sift matcha powder into a bowl or mug to break up clumps and ensure smooth texture.
02 - Add hot water to sifted matcha and whisk vigorously with bamboo whisk or regular whisk until smooth and frothy.
03 - Heat almond milk in small saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling, or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
04 - Froth warmed almond milk using milk frother or whisk until foamy texture develops.
05 - Stir maple syrup and vanilla extract into matcha base if desired, mixing gently to combine.
06 - Pour frothy almond milk over matcha base. Stir to blend flavors or serve layered for presentation.
07 - Sprinkle additional matcha powder on top as garnish if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The gentle caffeine lift hits differently than coffee, no afternoon crash
- You get cafe quality matcha for a fraction of the cost, and actually control what goes in your cup
02 -
- Water temperature matters more than you think—too hot and the matcha turns bitter and acidic
- Investing in a bamboo whisk changed my entire matcha game, those cheap metal whisks just do not create the same texture
03 -
- Whisk in a W motion, not circles, to incorporate more air into the mixture
- Make a double batch of the matcha paste and keep it in the fridge for quick weekday mornings