Creamy matcha green tea latte in a white cup with frothy foam top and cinnamon garnish

Drinks

Blender Hot Matcha Green Tea Latte (抹茶綠茶拿鐵)

Name: Blender Hot Matcha Green Tea Latte (抹茶綠茶拿鐵)
Prep time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon matcha powder (ceremonial or high-quality culinary grade); 2 tablespoons hot water (about 175°F / 80°C — not boiling); 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, oat, almond, or soy) (240 ml); 1 to 2 teaspoons honey (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (2.5 ml); Pinch of salt; Optional pinch of cinnamon

Smooth, Frothy, and Perfectly Balanced This version focuses on getting matcha right without the ceremony. A small amount of hot water blooms the powder — key for eliminating clumps — before blending it with warm milk, vanilla, honey, and a pinch of salt. The salt isn't traditional, but it softens bitterness and enhances the umami in good matcha. The blender creates stable foam without a whisk or steamer — a detail that makes it feel finished, not rushed.

5.0 (3)

Prep

2 min

Cook

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Total

2 min

Serves

Style

🍽 Elevated

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Originally Published April 2025•Last Updated June 2025

Ingredients

Servings:

1 teaspoon matcha powder (ceremonial or high-quality culinary grade)
2 tablespoons hot water (about 175°F / 80°C — not boiling)
1 cup milk of choice (dairy, oat, almond, or soy) (240 ml)
1 to 2 teaspoons honey (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (2.5 ml)
Pinch of salt
Optional pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

1
Bloom the matcha: In a blender, add the matcha powder and hot water. Blend for 10–15 seconds on low to fully dissolve and prevent clumping.
2
Add the remaining ingredients: Add the warm milk, honey, vanilla, optional cinnamon, and salt. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until smooth and frothy.
3
Serve hot: Pour into your favourite mug and enjoy immediately.

FAQ

Can you make matcha latte ahead of time and reheat it?+

You can prepare the matcha paste (step 1) up to 2 hours ahead, but it's best to blend with milk fresh since reheating can make the foam disappear and the drink less creamy.

Why is my matcha latte clumpy instead of smooth?+

You're likely adding the matcha directly to cold or room-temperature milk—always bloom it with hot water first for 10–15 seconds to fully dissolve the powder before adding the rest of the milk.

What's the best milk substitute for a matcha latte?+

Oat and soy milk create the best froth and creaminess, though almond milk works too; avoid skim milk as it won't foam as nicely and can make the drink taste thin.

Why does my matcha latte taste bitter?+

Your water is likely too hot (above 80°C/175°F) or you used lower-quality matcha—always use hot but not boiling water and invest in ceremonial or high-quality culinary grade powder for a naturally sweet, smooth flavor.