Ingredients
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1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder (pure ceremonial grade)
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¼ cup hot water
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¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (from a can)
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¾ cup cold water or plant-based milk (for dilution)
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1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
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Ice cubes
Instructions
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Whisk Matcha: In a small bowl, sift the matcha powder to avoid clumps. Add ¼ cup hot water (not boiling) and whisk in a zigzag motion until smooth and frothy.
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Mix Base: In a glass, combine coconut milk and sweetener (if using). Add cold water or plant-based milk to dilute as preferred.
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Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes.
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Layer Matcha: Slowly pour the whisked matcha over the ice and coconut milk mixture to create a beautiful layered effect.
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Serve: Stir gently and enjoy immediately with a straw or spoon.
Notes
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Tip 1: Use ceremonial-grade matcha for the smoothest, least bitter taste.
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Tip 2: For a café-style sweetness, use vanilla syrup instead of maple syrup.
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Tip 3: Shake all ingredients in a jar with ice for a frothy, well-blended latte.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks / Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese / Asian-Inspired