How to Make a Matcha Latte at Home

A matcha latte is earthy, smooth and gently energising, and it's easy to make at home once you know two things: how much matcha to use, and never to use boiling water.

What you need

• Zuma Matcha (100% matcha green tea, nothing added)
• A small whisk or milk frother
• Milk of your choice
• Optional: a Sweetbird syrup to sweeten

The recipe

• 1.5g of matcha (about half a teaspoon)
• 30ml of warm water, not boiling
• About 200ml of steamed or warm milk
• Optional: 10ml of syrup

Step by step

1. Sift the matcha into your mug. It's the easiest way to avoid lumps.
2. Add 30ml of warm water and whisk or froth until smooth, with a light foam on top.
3. Stir in a syrup if you like it sweeter.
4. Top with steamed or warm milk.

Why not boiling water?

Boiling water scorches matcha and makes it bitter. For a matcha made with water only, aim for 60 to 70°C. Let the kettle stand for a few minutes after it boils.

Flavours to try

• Vanilla matcha latte: 10ml vanilla syrup
• Lavender matcha latte: 10ml lavender syrup
• Gingerbread matcha latte: 10ml gingerbread syrup and a pinch of cinnamon

Iced? Try our iced strawberry matcha or a dirty matcha with espresso. Find more drink ideas on our matcha page.

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