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    5 Ways to Make a Matcha Latte and FAQs

    Published: Oct 19, 2017 Modified: Apr 8, 2022 by Candice

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    Four green lattes with text.

    If your relaxing treat is an afternoon matcha latte from your local tea or coffee shop, it might be worth learning how to make your own matcha lattes at home.

    I'm showing you how to make a matcha latte using ANY tool or equipment in less than 10 minutes. Plus, I'm comparing the different preparation options, sharing which matcha to use, and how to take your latte to the next level with matcha latte ice cubes!

    Pouring milk into an iced matcha latte on a wood table.
    TABLE OF CONTENTS hide
    1 Why This Recipe Works
    2 Ingredients and Substitutions
    3 5 Ways to Make a Matcha Latte
    4 My Favorite Matcha Brands
    5 How Can I Sweeten My Matcha Latte?
    6 Matcha Latte Ice Cubes
    7 Matcha Latte Flavors
    8 Matcha Latte Method Reviews
    9 Matcha Latte FAQs
    10 Love Matcha? Want more?
    11 Matcha Latte 4 Ways

    Why This Recipe Works

    If you're looking for a new and great-tasting alternative to your morning coffee brew, matcha is the way to go. A matcha green tea latte is a tasty way to get your caffeine hit, and it will give you long-lasting energy for a productive day.

    Making matcha doesn't have to be a one-size-fits all and it doesn't have to require any fancy equipment either. It can be as easy as 2-3 ingredients and a glass jar you have laying around at home!

    Ingredients and Substitutions

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    Matcha powder – Shop my favorite culinary grade matcha for this recipe here or shop for matcha on Amazon. You only need culinary-grade matcha for this recipe because we are adding ingredients other than water.

    Milk – You can use dairy or non-dairy milk, whatever your preference is. I love using unsweetened oat milk, but coconut milk, nut milk, almond milk, or other plant-based milks will all work wonderfully.

    Sweetener – you can use many different types of sweetener like simple syrup, maple syrup, white sugar, brown sugar or coconut sugar, honey, agave, or a sugar substitute like Stevia or Sweet n Low. It is up to your preference, and I often don't use any sweetener at all.

    Which Tools Are Best for Making Matcha?

    Depending on what you have on hand, you can make a great matcha latte with any of the following:

    • A whisk or chasen.
    • A blender.
    • A jar.
    • A frother or hand frother.
    • A steamer or espresso machine.

    A milk steamer or espresso machine will yield the most coffee-shop-like matcha latte, but all other four methods work great for making a matcha latte at home.

    See directions below for each of these methods, followed by my reviews on each method and how it works for different purposes.

    5 Ways to Make a Matcha Latte

    Gather your ingredients: matcha powder, a cup of milk or non-dairy milk, and your preferred sweetener if you want to add one.

    If making a hot latte, bring the milk or non-diary milk to a light boil. Add your chosen sweetener. Set aside. If making an iced latte, simply add the sweetener to the milk or non-dairy milk and set aside.

    Four green lattes with text.

    Metal Whisk or Chasen

    Add 1 tablespoon of water to the matcha powder in a bowl. Using your metal whisk or bamboo chasen, whisk the matcha and water until the clumps are gone.

    Add the milk or non-dairy milk and whisk until frothy in a "W" or "M" shaped pattern. Pour over ice if you prefer an iced latte.

    Blender

    Add the milk or non-dairy milk and matcha powder to a high-speed blender. Run the blender for one minute until you have a smooth green liquid. Pour over ice if you prefer an iced latte.

    Jar with Lid

    Sift the matcha into a large jar, at least pint-sized. Add the milk or non-dairy milk to the jar. Seal, and shake until well mixed and frothy.

    If you prefer an iced latte, add the ice before shaking. This method works best as an iced latte, since the solid ice tends to help shake it up well.

    Frother or Hand Frother Method

    Sift the matcha into a mug or glass. Add the milk or non-dairy milk to the glass. Use your frother to froth the mixture. (You will do this directly in the glass/mug if using a hand held frother.) If making an iced latte, add ice after.

    Steamer/Espresso Machine Method

    Add 1 tablespoon of water to the matcha powder in a bowl. Using your metal whisk or bamboo chasen, whisk the matcha and water until the clumps are gone. Steam the milk using your steamer or espresso machine.

    Add the milk or non-dairy milk over the matcha mixture. Pour over ice and give it a stir if you prefer an iced latte.

    Keep your iced matcha latte from watering down by making these easy matcha latte ice cubes.

    My Favorite Matcha Brands

    I use various matcha brands in my recipes, and these are the ones I recommend trying. For all my matcha recipes, I always use culinary grade matcha and only use ceremonial grade occasionally for traditional matcha tea.

    Mizuba Matcha - This is my go-to matcha powder. I like that Mizuba is committed to a high quality product and makes non-gmo, preservative & heavy metal-free, pure matcha green tea.

    MatchaLove - This is a matcha powder that's affordable and easy to buy online from Amazon. I also like their flavored tea sachets

    MyEncha - A great option for organic matcha powder and they even offer a latte grade.

    How Can I Sweeten My Matcha Latte?

    If you want to make your matcha latte a bit sweeter, you can add any of the following:

    • Syrup like simple syrup or maple syrup
    • White sugar, brown sugar or coconut sugar
    • Honey or agave
    • Sugar substitutes like Stevia

    Note: For the optional sweetener, I like to use a turbinado simple syrup. To make the simple syrup, add half a cup of turbinado sugar to half a cup of water in a saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Simmer for 2 minutes.

    Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool. Keep your turbinado sugar syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

    Matcha Latte Ice Cubes

    Simply blend together an extra matcha latte and add it to an ice cube tray. Freeze for at least 5 hours, but preferably overnight.

    For the best milk to use, my preferred matcha brands, and detailed instructions, check out this post on how to make Matcha Latte Ice Cubes.

    Green ice cubes in a bowl.

    Matcha Latte Flavors

    Want to add a twist to a classic matcha latte? Try these fun flavored matcha beverages.

    • Lavender Matcha Latte
    • Matcha Rose Latte
    • Mint Matcha Latte
    • Dalgona Matcha Latte

    Matcha Latte Method Reviews

    Curious to know which method will work best for you? Read this mini-guide to the different methods.

    Best Simple Method

    A metal whisk or chasen: This is the classic method for making a matcha latte. It works really well, and only requires some simple tools.

    Best Method for Making More than One

    A blender: A blender with a wider bottom is better if making more than one matcha latte. If you make lattes for two or more people regularly, it might be worth investing in a good blender.

    Best Method for Iced Matcha

    A jar: This ends to be my go-to method in the summer when I'm making an iced latte. It's easy, quick and requires very little cleanup.

    Best Method for Travel

    A frother or hand frother: This is my go-to if I'm making a hot latte. This method means easy clean-up and is very quick to make.

    Best Overall Matcha Latte

    A steamer/espresso machine: There's a reason coffee shops make really good matcha lattes - they have the best equipment. This method produces the best result, but requires the most expensive equipment. A Breville espresso machine is very pricey, but the result is spectacular.

    Hand pouring water into a bowl of matcha.

    Matcha Latte FAQs

    What is in a matcha latte?

    A matcha latte consists of three simple ingredients: matcha powder, water and/or milk, and an optional sweetener. Matcha powder is made from green tea leaves that are ground down to a light, green powder. You can drink matcha alone with water, as a latte with milk, as an iced matcha drink...however you like it!

    What does a matcha latte taste like?

    Matcha latte has a very distinct taste. It's rich, earthy, and even described as grassy. In latte form, it has a creamy sweetness created by the milk and sweetening agent (if you add any sugar or syrup).

    Are matcha lattes healthy?

    In general, a homemade matcha latte is healthier than other caffeine alternatives. It has less caffeine than coffee and is purported to have many health benefits as a ground full-leaf form of green tea.

    It is high in the amino acid L-theanine which makes us feel alert and focused. Matcha also, like other green teas and white teas, contains the antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Read more about the health benefits here.

    Matcha beverages from your favorite coffee shop or cafe are likely to be very high in added sugar, making them much less healthy than a homemade version. If you make your own, you can control how much sugar goes into your green tea beverage.

    Is matcha better with water or milk?

    This depends on the matcha grade you are using and your own personal preference. There are two main grades of matcha:
    - Ceremonial grade (the highest quality matcha)
    - Culinary or food grade, which covers various sub-grades such as premium, cafe, ingredient, kitchen, and classic.

    When you buy ceremonial grade, it's recommended to use only hot water to do justice to the flavor and quality. Culinary-grade matcha is perfect for use in recipes or dairy-based and sweetened beverages like a latte.

    What milk is best for a matcha latte?

    This matcha latte recipe works with dairy or non-dairy milk. My preference is to pair matcha with oat milk or nut milk for a really creamy, rich flavor.

    Is It okay to drink matcha every day?

    For most healthy adults, it's okay to drink up to 400mg of caffeine per day. This is roughly five cups of matcha, which is more than plenty to give you a daily boost! I personally can't handle this much, but you know yourself best. As with any food, always consume matcha in moderation.

    Does matcha powder dissolve in water?

    Matcha powder does not dissolve in water. Even if you mix it with hot water which will dissolve sugar it will not dissolve the matcha powder. Rather, the matcha powder particles float and suspend in the liquid to give it that distinctive green color.

    Hand holding chasen and bowl of matcha.

    Love Matcha? Want more?

    Try some of my other favorite and tasty matcha recipes like these:

    • Matcha Panna Cotta
    • How to Make Bubble Tea with Any Tea
    • Matcha Affogato
    • Matcha Peanut Butter Cups & Which Matcha to use for Baking
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    Matcha Latte 4 Ways

    4 different ways to make a matcha latte in less than 10 minutes! Plus, a comparison of the different options, which matcha to use, and more!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Japanese
    Diet: Gluten Free, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 124kcal
    Author: Candice

    Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon matcha powder
    • ¾ cup milk dairy or non-dairy
    • 1 teaspoon sweetener optional
    • 1 tablespoon water optional, depending on method

    Instructions

    • If making a hot latte, bring the milk or non-diary milk to a light boil. Add the sweetener. Set aside. If making it iced, simply add the sweetener to the milk or non-dairy milk and set aside.

    Blender

    • Add the milk or non-dairy milk and matcha powder to a high-speed blender. Run the blender for one minute until you have a smooth green liquid. Pour over ice if you prefer an iced latte.

    Jar with Lid

    • Sift the matcha into a pint-sized jar or larger. Add the milk or non-dairy milk to the jar. Seal, and shake until well mixed and frothy. If you prefer an iced latte, add the ice before shaking. This method works best as an iced latte, since the solid ice tends to help shake it up well.

    Frother or Hand Frother Method

    • Sift the matcha into a mug or glass. Add the milk or non-dairy milk to the glass. Use your frother to froth the mixture. (You will do this directly in the glass/mug if using a hand held frother.) If making an iced latte, add ice after.

    Steamer/Espresso Machine Method

    • Add 1 tablespoon of water to the matcha powder in a bowl, and mix the matcha and water until the clumps are gone. Steam the milk using your steamer or espresso machine. Add the milk or non-dairy milk over the matcha mixture. Pour over ice and give it a stir if you prefer an iced latte.

    Notes

    If you want to make your matcha latte a bit sweeter, you can add any of the following:
    • Syrup like simple syrup or maple syrup
    • White sugar, brown sugar or coconut sugar
    • Honey or agave
    • Sugar substitute like Stevia
    Note: For the optional sweetener, I like to use a turbinado simple syrup. To make the simple syrup, add half a cup of turbinado sugar to half a cup of water in a saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool. Keep your turbinado sugar syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator, and use whenever you need!
    When you buy ceremonial grade, it's recommended to use only hot water to do justice to the flavor. Culinary grade matcha is perfect for use in recipes or dairy based beverages like a latte.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 242mg | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 496IU | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you try this recipe?Mention @ProportionalPlate or tag #ProportionalPlate on Instagram! I'd love to see what you're making!

    This post was originally published in October of 2017, but was republished with tools and equipment comparisons, new photos, step-by-step instructions for different methods and equipment, and tips April of 2020. Instructions to make matcha latte ice cubes and FAQs were added March of 2022.

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    1. Justin

      April 18, 2022 at 9:24 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great guide. I used it for making a matcha latte with my espresso machine steamer and it worked perfectly. Can't wait to try the others and love your recommendations on the best matcha to use. It's so hard to pick, so I appreciate the recommendations.

      Reply
      • Candice

        April 18, 2022 at 9:26 am

        Thank you for the kind words, Justin! I'm glad you're going to try the different methods. It really is hard to find matcha you love... I'm happy to hear the recommendations are helpful!

        Reply
    2. Emma

      March 29, 2022 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      I tested this matcha latte recipe this out in a mason jar, and it came out perfectly!

      Reply
      • Candice

        March 29, 2022 at 10:42 am

        So glad to hear it, Emma... thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    3. Ewa

      November 18, 2020 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks for this article! And is it possible to make matcha latte using frothed milk from the coffee machine normally used for cappuccino? Add matcha powder to a glass, start milk program to get warm and frothy milk from the coffee machine, and then mix it well with a spoon? Or wouldnt it work?

      Reply
      • Candice

        November 18, 2020 at 12:59 pm

        You are so welcome, Ewa... and yes, it will absolutely work that way!

        Reply

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