Need an energy booster but don’t feel like coffee? Then a matcha latte might be the ideal alternative for you. The green drink is all the way hot and happening and we absolutely understand why. Matcha is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and, thanks to the presence of a lot of caffeine, is also a real one energybooster. Curious about how to prepare such a delicious power drink at home? In this article we explain it step by step.
Matcha is a traditionally processed green tea from Japan. It is a source of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and also a real energy booster. A popular drink based on the powder is the matcha latte. You can find them on the menus of various trendy coffee bars, but you can also easily make them yourself at home. Wondering how to get started? With this recipe we will help you on your way.
Japanese tools
In addition to the necessary ingredients, preparing the perfect matcha latte also requires a number of traditional Japanese tools. For example, you need a bamboo brush (chasen), a bamboo spoon (chashaku) and a matcha bowl (chawan). In addition, a milk frother, a kitchen thermometer and a sieve also come in handy.
Prescription
Ingredients
2 bamboo shoots – of 1 tbsp – matcha
60 ml water
150 ml of milk
Preparation
Put the milk in a milk frother. Sift 2 bamboo spoons – or 1 tsp – matcha powder and put it in a bowl. For the perfect matcha latte, it is important that the water you use has a temperature of 80°C. You need 60 ml of this. Add the water to the matcha and beat the mixture with the bamboo brush for 15 to 20 seconds. Do this in a quick w-motion, until you get a nice foam layer. Pour the matcha mixture into a cup and add the frothed milk. If you like sweeter drinks, you can also add some honey, maple or agave syrup.
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