My fascination with matcha 🍵 lattes started a few months ago after watching mesmerizing videos of these glorious green tea concoctions being prepared. Having always been a tea drinker, I was easily convinced of the magic of matcha and decided I wanted to start a new habit. I stocked up on the powder and almond milk, bought a cute new ice tray, and dusted off my seldom-used milk frother. I somehow resisted investing in the ceremonial matcha bowl, scoop, and bamboo whisk, telling myself I didn’t absolutely need them to enjoy this new daily treat. The addition of boba was the extra little bit of occasional fun to indulge in this tasty drink, all from the comfort of home.
The base of the matcha latte is very simple and hard to mess up. Mix the matcha powder with a bit of warm water until it’s frothy, then add in honey. Set that aside then get the boba softened up in simmering water for a few minutes. Cool it, mix it with brown sugar until nice and syrupy, then plop those cuties into a glass. Fill up the glass with ice then milk of choice almost to the top before finishing off with the frothy matcha mix. It’s such an easily customizable drink, so feel free to have fun adding your favorite sweeteners, flavors, or spices. I sometimes opt for regular sugar instead of honey and I like to add vanilla and cinnamon for additional flavor. Enjoy these with or without the boba and conveniently without having to wait in line at your local coffee shop.
