Creamy Matcha Latte Foam (Printable View)

A smooth matcha latte with silky cold foam, delivering a refreshing and energizing experience.

# What You Need:

→ Matcha Base

01 - 1 teaspoon high-quality matcha powder
02 - 1/4 cup (2 fl oz) hot water (~175°F)
03 - 3/4 cup (6 fl oz) milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)

→ Cold Foam

04 - 1/4 cup (2 fl oz) cold milk (preferably whole or barista-style plant milk)
05 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or simple syrup

→ Optional

06 - Ice cubes as desired

# How To Make It:

01 - Sift the matcha powder into a bowl or large mug to remove lumps.
02 - Add hot water and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk (chasen) or small frother until smooth and frothy.
03 - Heat the milk until warm without boiling, then gently stir it into the matcha mixture.
04 - Combine cold milk and sugar in a frothing pitcher or jar; froth using a milk frother or shake vigorously until volume doubles and foam forms.
05 - Pour the matcha latte into a glass, adding ice if preferred.
06 - Spoon the cold foam over the latte surface.
07 - Serve immediately to enjoy optimal texture and temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The earthy matcha balances perfectly with sweet, airy foam for a drink that feels indulgent yet light
  • It takes just ten minutes, but the experience feels like a morning meditation you can return to whenever you need a reset
02 -
  • Whisking vigorously in a W motion creates better foam than just stirring, and it takes about thirty seconds of dedicated whisking
  • Cold milk froths better than warm milk for the foam topping, so keep it in the fridge until the last moment
03 -
  • Sifting the matcha may feel unnecessary, but it prevents those frustrating lumps that never dissolve no matter how much you whisk
  • If the foam collapses quickly, your milk might not have been cold enough or you may have needed to froth it a bit longer
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