Creamy Matcha Latte Foam (Print View)

Smooth matcha blended with warm milk and topped with sweet, frothy cold foam for a refreshing boost.

# Ingredient List:

→ Matcha Base

01 - 1 teaspoon high-quality matcha powder
02 - 1/4 cup (1 fl oz) hot water, approximately 175°F
03 - 3/4 cup (6 fl oz) milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)

→ Cold Foam

04 - 1/4 cup (2 fl oz) cold milk, preferably whole or barista-style plant-based
05 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or simple syrup

→ Optional

06 - Ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - Sift the matcha powder into a bowl or large mug to eliminate lumps.
02 - Add hot water and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk (chasen) or small frother until smooth and frothy.
03 - Heat the milk until warm without boiling, then gently stir into the matcha mixture.
04 - Combine cold milk and sugar in a frothing pitcher or jar, then froth using a milk frother or shake vigorously until volume doubles and becomes foamy.
05 - Pour the matcha latte into a glass; add ice cubes if desired.
06 - Spoon the cold foam gently over the surface of the latte.
07 - Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh texture and flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The cold foam adds a textural surprise that regular lattes just can't match, giving you that café-quality drink at home.
  • It's ready in 10 minutes but tastes like you actually took time for yourself.
  • Works with any milk you prefer, so no one gets left out of the ritual.
02 -
  • Matcha is sensitive to temperature—if your water is too hot, the powder tastes unpleasantly bitter, so investing in a quick thermometer or just being patient with cooling water actually matters.
  • The cold foam should be thick and almost mousse-like, not just a thin layer of bubbles, which means either committing to a good frother or spending a full minute shaking your jar like you mean it.
03 -
  • Keep your matcha in an airtight container away from light and heat, because it oxidizes quickly and loses that vibrant color and fresh taste.
  • If you don't have a milk frother, a jar with a tight lid and vigorous shaking works just as well—commit to about 60 seconds of real energy.
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