Creamy Matcha Latte Foam (Printable version)

Velvety matcha drink topped with sweet cold foam offering a refreshing and energizing experience.

# What You'll Need:

→ Matcha Base

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

→ Cold Foam

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

→ Optional

06 - Ice cubes as desired

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The cold foam adds a playful textural contrast that makes every sip feel a little bit luxurious.
  • It comes together in 10 minutes, which means you can have a café-quality drink without leaving home.
  • The ritual of whisking by hand feels surprisingly grounding on busy mornings.
02 -
  • If your matcha tastes bitter and chalky instead of grassy and slightly sweet, it's either old matcha that's been sitting open or water that was too hot—both are fixable problems.
  • The foam will start to collapse after about 5 minutes, so assemble your drink right before you drink it rather than letting it sit.
03 -
  • If you don't have a bamboo whisk, a small electric milk frother works beautifully and takes the guesswork out of getting the right consistency.
  • Make your cold foam ahead of time and store it in a jar in the fridge—it'll hold for a few hours and saves you time in the morning.
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