Starbucks Iced Matcha Latte (Copycat Recipe)
This Starbucks Iced Matcha Latte is smooth, creamy, lightly sweet, and ready in just 3 minutes. Made with matcha powder, milk, simple syrup, and ice, it's an easy coffee shop favorite you can make at home for a fraction of the price.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 212kcal
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder (good-quality culinary-grade)
- ¼ cup hot water (around 165°F)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, oat, almond, or coconut)
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Homemade Simple Syrup (Optional - Makes Extra)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons hot water
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup (if using). Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons hot water in a small jar. Stir or shake until completely dissolved. Set aside to cool. Measure 1 tablespoon for the latte and refrigerate the remaining syrup.
- Sift the matcha. Place a fine-mesh sifter over a small bowl and sift in 1 teaspoon of matcha powder.
- Add the water. Pour ¼ cup of hot water (around 165°F) over the matcha.
- Whisk. Using a bamboo matcha whisk, whisk quickly in an "M" or "W" motion for 20 to 30 seconds, until smooth and small bubbles form on the surface. You can also use a small whisk or handheld milk frother.
- Fill the glass. Add 1 cup of ice to a tall glass, then pour in 1 cup of milk and 1 tablespoon of simple syrup.
- Add the matcha. Pour the whisked matcha over the milk and ice. Stir to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
- Matcha: I recommend good-quality culinary-grade matcha for lattes. Look for a vibrant green color; dull or yellowish matcha tends to taste more bitter.
- Water temperature: Use hot water around 165°F. Water that's too hot can make the matcha taste more bitter.
- Sweetener: I use 1 tablespoon of simple syrup. For a sweeter latte, add more to taste. Honey, maple syrup, or agave can also be used. If using honey, whisk it into the warm matcha so it dissolves completely.
- Milk: Whole milk gives you the creamiest latte, but oat, almond, and refrigerated coconut milk beverages also work well.
- No bamboo whisk? Use a small regular whisk or handheld milk frother.
- Make ahead: The whisked matcha and water can be refrigerated in a covered jar for up to 24 hours. Simple syrup will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 379mg | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 595IU | Calcium: 312mg | Iron: 1mg
