The Perfect Matcha Latte Recipe
Silky, balanced, and endlessly customizable - our most-made recipe
A great matcha latte is one of the most satisfying things you can make at home. It's faster than going to a café, cheaper, and - when you control the quality of the matcha - significantly better. This is the recipe we've made hundreds of times. It's become a daily ritual for most of our team.
Matcha grade matters here. A good ceremonial or mid-grade matcha makes all the difference. Read Matcha 101 or see our ranked picks before shopping.
Ingredients (Serves 1)
- 2g ceremonial or mid-grade matcha (about 1.5 chashaku scoops)
- 30ml water at 75°C (for the concentrate)
- 200ml milk of choice - oat milk is our favourite for its natural sweetness and foam quality
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, but recommended for first-timers)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional - enhances sweetness)
Method
1. Make the matcha concentrate Sift matcha into your bowl. Add 30ml of 75°C water. Whisk vigorously using a W-motion for 30 seconds until fully dissolved and slightly foamy. This small concentrated amount is the foundation. See How to Whisk Matcha for technique details.
2. Heat and froth your milk Heat milk to about 65°C (hot but not scalding). Froth using a handheld frother, steam wand, or by shaking in a jar. Oat milk froths beautifully. Whole dairy milk gives the richest result. Almond milk is thinner but works well cold.
3. Combine Pour the matcha concentrate into your cup first. Then pour frothed milk over it in a slow stream, holding back the foam with a spoon and spooning it on top at the end. Add sweetener and salt if using. Stir gently.
4. Iced version Make the concentrate the same way. Fill a glass with ice, add cold milk, pour concentrate over. The green swirling through the white is genuinely beautiful.
Milk Guide
| Milk | Texture | Flavor | Matcha Harmony |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oat milk | Creamy, froths well | Naturally sweet | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Whole dairy | Very creamy, rich | Neutral | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Almond | Thin, light foam | Slightly nutty | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Coconut | Rich, creamy | Sweet, tropical | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Soy | Good foam | Slightly beany | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Troubleshooting
Too bitter? Add more sweetener, or switch to a higher-grade matcha. See Why Does My Matcha Taste Bitter?. Lumpy? Always sift your matcha and whisk the concentrate fully before adding milk. Not green enough? Use more matcha (up to 3g) or a higher-grade powder.
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