Description
A refreshing and vibrant Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte featuring a homemade strawberry syrup paired with ceremonial grade matcha and your choice of milk. This easy-to-make 4-serving drink combines fruity sweetness with the delicate, earthy flavor of matcha, served chilled over ice – perfect for a revitalizing summer treat.
Ingredients
Strawberry Syrup
- 1 cup strawberries
- ¼ cup granulated monk fruit sweetener
Matcha Mixture
- 1 tablespoon ceremonial grade matcha powder
- ⅓ cup hot water
Final Assembly
- ¾ cup milk of choice (cashew milk recommended)
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Syrup: Add the strawberries and monk fruit sweetener to a blender and blend until smooth. If a blender is unavailable, mash the strawberries thoroughly by hand until the mixture is smooth enough to sip through a straw.
- Make the Matcha: In a small bowl, whisk together the ceremonial grade matcha powder and hot water for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and free of clumps.
- Assemble the Latte: Pour the strawberry syrup into the bottom of a glass. Fill the glass with ice cubes to your preference.
- Add Milk and Matcha: Pour your milk of choice over the ice, then slowly add the whisked matcha on top.
- Finish and Serve: Add more ice if desired, gently stir to combine the layers into a swirl effect, and enjoy your iced strawberry matcha latte immediately.
Notes
- Use ceremonial grade matcha for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Monk fruit sweetener is a low-calorie alternative to sugar, but you may substitute with regular sugar or other sweeteners if preferred.
- This recipe is easily customizable by using any milk alternative such as almond, oat, or cow's milk.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and freshness.
- For a smoother strawberry syrup, strain the blended mixture before using if desired.
