The Classic Matcha Latte
Tagline: A creamy, comforting latte that lets the complex flavours of our Premium Matcha shine.
Yield: 1 serving
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Ingredients:
1 tsp (about 2g) Ocha Premium Grade Matcha
30 ml hot water (about 80°C - just before boiling)
250 ml of your favourite milk (oat, almond, or dairy milk work beautifully)
Sweetener of choice (e.g., honey, maple syrup) to taste
Equipment:
Matcha whisk (Chasen) or a small handheld milk frother
A matcha bowl (Chawan) or your favourite mug
A small sifter (optional, but recommended for clump-free matcha)
Instructions:
Prepare the Matcha: Sift your premium matcha powder into your bowl or mug. This ensures a silky-smooth texture.
Create the Paste: Add the 30 ml of hot water.
With a Chasen (Whisk): Using a "W" or "M" shaped motion, whisk vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the matcha is fully dissolved and a light froth appears.
With a Frother: Blend for 10-15 seconds until smooth and frothy.
Froth the Milk: Heat your 250 ml of milk until hot but not boiling. Froth it until it's warm and velvety with a good amount of foam.
Combine & Sweeten: Pour the frothed milk into your bowl/mug over the prepared matcha paste. Gently stir to combine. Add your desired sweetener and stir once more.
Serve Immediately: Enjoy the harmonious blend of rich, umami matcha and creamy milk.
Pro-Tip: For an iced latte, prepare the matcha paste as in steps 1 & 2. Fill a glass with ice, add 250 ml of cold milk, and then pour the matcha paste over the top. Stir well before drinking.
