Matcha Latte

Ingredients

• 1½ teaspoons ceremonial or culinary-grade matcha powder

• 2 ounces hot water (not boiling, about 175°F)

• 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, oat, almond, etc.)

• 1–2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or simple syrup (to taste)

• Optional: ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Add the hot water to the matcha. Whisk in a zigzag motion using a bamboo whisk or small regular whisk until the powder is frothy and fully dissolved.

If you’re making a hot latte, warm your milk on the stovetop or in the microwave until steaming but not boiling. Froth it using a milk frother, handheld whisk, or by shaking it in a sealed jar and then briefly reheating.

Stir your sweetener (and vanilla, if using) into the matcha mixture.

If making a hot latte, pour the steamed milk over the whisked matcha. Hold back the foam with a spoon, then spoon it on top for that café-style finish.

If making an iced latte, pour cold milk over ice and then top with the matcha mixture.